ZIP

(FASTENER), UK also zip fastener, [US and ANZ] usually zipper [noun] [C] - a fastener consisting of two rows of metal or plastic teeth-like parts which are brought together by pulling a small sliding piece over them, and which is used for closing openings in esp. clothing or bagsShe tugged at the zip on her skirt.I can't open my bag - the zip has stuck.This zip has got some teeth missing, so it won't do up.Do the zip up on your jacket - it's cold outside.See picture: Dressing and undressing