Synonyms for Zap (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (kill with or as if with a burst of gunfire or electric current or as if by shooting):
vaporize
WordNet sense 2 (strike at with firepower or bombs):
atomize, nuke, atomise
WordNet sense 3 (cook or heat in a microwave oven):
microwave, micro-cook
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