Unzip

Pronunciation: /ənˈzɪp/

Unzip (verb)

  1. To open a compressed file so its original contents become available, usually on a computer or phone.
  2. To remove files from an archive format and place them back as separate files for use or viewing.

Examples

  • I unzip the file to see what is inside.
  • She unzips the file before she starts working.