unzipper

Zipper pull tool

An unzipper is a person or thing that unzips—whether opening a zipper on clothing or extracting compressed computer files.

The term appears most often in computing contexts, where an unzipper is software that decompresses archived files: I need an unzipper for this download.

software

decompression

Reduction of pressure

archive · unpack · decompress · inflate · expand · extract · file · tar · gzip · utility

fastener

slider

Adjustable interface element

  • pull-tabLever opening sealed cans
  • teethEnamel-covered chewing structures
  • coilWound circular arrangement

clasp · fly · snap · hook · button · buckle · velcro · toggle · latch · catch

tool

slider

Adjustable interface element

lubricant · pliers · seam ripper · threading · realignment

action

open

Not closed

separate · part · slide · pull · free · detach · loosen · unclose · unbind · disengage

garment

jacket

Sleeved upper-body covering

sweatshirt · boots · backpack · luggage · tent · sleeping bag · purse · windbreaker · vest · cardigan

Opposites
fastening action

unzipperzipper

Toothed closure device

closer · fastener · sealer · buttoner · clasper

file compression software

unzipperzipper

Toothed closure device

compressor · archiver · packer · bundler

Family

unzippered

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G