zapper

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/ˈzæp.ə(ɹ)/ English

Definitions

noun

A remote control for a television.“The news is starting on the other channel; hand me the zapper.”
A device that electrocutes ("zaps") with a high voltage, e.g. a bug zapper.
(by extension) Anything that exterminates.

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Synonyms

channel changer remote televiewer radio control telly telecommand personal video recorder teleautomaton telecontroller flyaway telecontrol telecommunicator telescience scramblevision teleoperation teleshopper

Associated

wii nes accessory controller peripheral nintendo insect duck sega gun buttons accessories

Rhymes

vapour tapir schnapper sapir

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