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zap
noun
verb
A sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact
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zæp
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noun
A sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact
“They gave it another zap of radiation”
verb
Strike suddenly and with force
“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
“In this computer game, space travellers are vaporized by aliens”
verb
Strike at with firepower or bombs
“Zap the enemy”
verb
Cook or heat in a microwave oven
“You can microwave the leftovers”
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They gave it another zap of radiation
This show zaps the viewers with some shocking scenes
In this computer game, space travellers are vaporized by aliens
Zap the enemy
You can microwave the leftovers
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