zap meaning and definition

ZAP noun

Definition of zap (noun)

1. a sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact
   • "they gave it another zap of radiation"

ZAP verb

Definition of zap (verb)

1. strike suddenly and with force
   • "This show zaps the viewers with some shocking scenes"
2. kill with or as if with a burst of gunfire or electric current or as if by shooting
   • "in this computer game, space travellers are vaporized by aliens"
   • synonyms: vaporize
3. strike at with firepower or bombs
   • "zap the enemy"
   • synonyms: atomise, atomize, nuke
4. cook or heat in a microwave oven
   • "You can microwave the leftovers"
   • synonyms: micro-cook, microwave, nuke