definition of
zap

[1] #1 zap n. a sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact; "they gave it another zap of radiation". wn

[2] #2 zap v. strike suddenly and with force; "This show zaps the viewers with some shocking scenes". wn

[3] #3 zap v. [vaporize] kill with or as if with a burst of gunfire or electric current or as if by shooting; "in this computer game, space travellers are vaporized by aliens". wn

[4] #4 zap v. [nuke, atomize, atomise] strike at with firepower or bombs; "zap the enemy". wn

[5] #5 zap v. [microwave, micro-cook, nuke] cook or heat in a microwave oven; "You can microwave the leftovers". wn