Unzip
5 lettersverbUpdated June 2026
Definition
to open by undoing a zip fastener
“She would unzip her coat in the warm office.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ʌnˈzɪp/
Syllables
un·zip
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Wordle
"Unzip" uses 5 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 2 vowels balance the consonants. Watch the less-common letter Z.
Scrabble
"Unzip" is worth 16 points before board bonuses. It carries the high-value tile Z — land it on a premium square for a big swing.
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