zip down
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
To unzip.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
"Naughty cat," she said, but less fiercely, while she zipped down her jacket and made a warm pocket for the kittens in the crook of her arm.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “zip down” mean?
To unzip.
Is “zip down” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.