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zapper

The correct spelling is zapper.

How to pronounce zapper

/ˈzæp.ə(ɹ)/
noun

IPA: /ˈzæp.ə(ɹ)/

Say it like: Zap-per

The correct spelling is zapper. A remote control for a television. For example: "The news is starting on the other channel; hand me the zapper."

Usage Examples

The news is starting on the other channel; hand me the zapper.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A remote control for a television.
  2. 2.A device that electrocutes ("zaps") with a high voltage, e.g. a bug zapper.
  3. 3.(by extension) Anything that exterminates.

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