Phrasal Verb 'Zip'

We have 4 phrasal verb definitions related to 'Zip'.

Zip around

Meaning: Move quickly

Example: We ZIPPED AROUND the supermarket to get the shopping done.

Notes:

• Inseparable
• International English

Zip by

Meaning: Pass quickly

Example: The motorbike ZIPPED BY the cars stuck in the traffic jam.

Notes:

• Inseparable
• International English

Zip it

Meaning: Keep quiet, say nothing

Example: He told me to ZIP IT, so I said nothing.

Notes:

• Intransitive
• International English

Zip up

Meaning: Keep quiet

Example: He was being stupid in the meeting, so we told him to ZIP UP.

Notes:

• Intransitive
• International English