competent
Definition: (adjective) having the skill and knowledge needed for a particular task; capable
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zip
 (z  p)
KEY
NOUN:
- A brief sharp hissing sound.
- Energy; vim.
- A zipper.
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Slang
Nothing; nil; zero:
received zip for money after doing the job for them.
VERB:
zipped
,
zip·ping
,
zips
VERB:
intr.
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- To move with a sharp hissing sound.
- To move or act with a speed that suggests such a sound:
The cars zipped by endlessly.
- To act or proceed swiftly and energetically:
zipped through her homework.
- To become fastened or unfastened by a zipper.
VERB:
tr.
- To give speed and force to.
- To impart life or zest to.
- To fasten or unfasten with a zipper.
ETYMOLOGY:
Imitative
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