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When we send letters, we write 'zip code' on the envelope. What is the meaning of 'zip'? Why is 'zip' used here?
9 years ago

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Ms. Sue
The word "zip" is an acronym for Zone Improvement Plan.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ZIP_Code

Zip codes are 5 (or 9) numbers after the name of the state. For instance, my address ends with MI 49008.

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