Dictionary Check: zap

"zap" is a valid word!

Scrabble 14 points
Words with Friends 15 points

Definition

noun

a sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact

Example: "they gave it another zap of radiation"
verb

strike suddenly and with force

Example: "This show zaps the viewers with some shocking scenes"
verb

kill with or as if with a burst of gunfire or electric current or as if by shooting

Example: "in this computer game, space travellers are vaporized by aliens"
Synonyms:
verb

strike at with firepower or bombs

Example: "zap the enemy"
Synonyms:
verb

cook or heat in a microwave oven

Example: "You can microwave the leftovers"

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