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unzip Definition

un·zip (-zip)

transitive verb, intransitive verb -·zipped, -·zip·ping

  1. to open (a zipper)
  2. to separate the edges of (a garment, etc.) by opening a zipper

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unzip Synonyms

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v.

unzip Usage Examples

Object

  • utility: The unzip utility is used to list, test, or extract files from a zip archive.
  • file: FAQ table of contents How do I unzip a zip file?
  • folder: If you are unable to unzip folders you can download freeware to enable you to do so.
  • archive: Simply unzip the archive to a folder of choice.
  • bag: There is no way I want to unzip a full bag to rummage for drugs - they have to be handy at all times!
  • program: The unzip program I suggest you use is Winzip.

Noun phrase with adjective complement

  • such: An unzipping utility such as WinZip will be required to read these files.

Preposition: into

  • directory: A new decompress option has been added so that files may be unzipped into a specific directory separate to the download directory.
  • folder: In some cases the folder will unzip into another folder called wp-andreas09.

Modifying Another Word

  • simply: Simply unzip the archive to a folder of choice.
  • once: Once unzipped, you should have three or four files - these are the files which you now need to copy onto your Psion.
  • just: Just unzip them to where they are needed, preferably a folder which is in the search path.
  • then: You will need to save each clip to your computer then unzip it to play it.
  • not: Note: Do not unzip Mozilla Firebird to a directory that already contains a previous version of Mozilla Firebird.
  • automatically: Having said that, most zipped files these days come ready to unzip automatically.

Noun used with modifier

  • click: When prompted to extract the driver files onto your hard disk, click Unzip.

Preposition: after

  • download: Files and folders can be automatically zipped and uploaded, or unzipped after download.

Infinitive complement

  • provide: En suite with bath and overhead shower, large 6 ' double bed ( can be unzipped to provide two single beds ).
  • double: Some of these bags unzip to double up as a changing mat.

Preposition: for

  • access: The main compartment can be completely unzipped for access.

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