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to zap
01
frapper, détoner
to attack or destroy, especially with a sudden force or energy
Transitive: to zap sth
Example
The device can zap the virus, neutralizing it in seconds.
The storm zapped the power lines, causing a citywide blackout.
The superhero used his laser vision to zap the enemy 's defenses.
02
réchauffer, cuire au micro-ondes
to heat or cook food quickly using a microwave oven
Transitive: to zap food
Example
Whenever I need a warm beverage, I can simply zap my coffee in the microwave.
The convenience store offers a range of ready-to-eat meals that customers can zap for a quick meal on the go.
Before serving the pizza slices, I 'll zap them in the microwave to make them warm and delicious.
03
électrocuter, abattre
to kill someone or something with a burst of gunfire, electric current, or as if by shooting
Transitive: to zap a living being
Example
The superhero zapped the villain with a powerful burst of energy from his hands.
The electric fence zapped any animal that came too close to the boundary.
The security guard quickly zapped the intruder with a taser to immobilize them.
04
zapper, changer de chaîne
to rapidly change the channels on a television using a remote control
Intransitive
Zap
01
coup de fouet, éclair
a sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact
Exemple
The device can zap the virus, neutralizing it in seconds.
The storm zapped the power lines, causing a citywide blackout.
The superhero used his laser vision to zap the enemy's defenses.
The space invaders attempted to zap the spaceship with their laser beams.
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