Question 1

What does "zap over" mean?

Accepted Answer

To send something to someone quickly, especially by electronic means such as email, text, or fax.

Question 2

How do you use "zap over" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

I'll zap over the report to you before the meeting starts.

Question 3

Is "zap over" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"zap over" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Primarily informal British and American English. The 'send electronically' sense (email, fax, text) became common in the 1980s–90s. The channel-changing sense comes from the use of a remote control, also called a 'zapper' in British English. Both senses remain in use.

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