zipper
/ˈzɪpə/ · /ˈzɪpər/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2516 in the learning path
拉链
Definitions
n. a fastener with two rows of teeth joined by sliding
拉链
Example
My jacket zipper got stuck halfway up this morning.
今天早上，我夹克的拉链拉到一半卡住了。
Designing clothing with replaceable buttons and zippers could extend its lifespan and reduce household textile waste.
采用可更换纽扣和拉链的服装设计，可以延长衣物寿命并减少家庭纺织品废弃物。
Collocations
- a broken zipper
- close a zipper
- replace a zipper
Word family
- zip (n.)
- zip (v.)
- unzip (v.)
Synonyms
- zip
Usage tip
zipper主要用于美式英语，英式英语通常用zip。
FAQ
- What does zipper mean?
- a fastener with two rows of teeth joined by sliding
- How is zipper pronounced?
- UK /ˈzɪpə/, US /ˈzɪpər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
