half-zip

noun

ˈhaf-ˌzip 

ˈhäf-

variants or half zip

plural half-zips or half zips

: a pullover (such as a sweater or sweatshirt) with a zipper from the collar to the middle of the chest

… this half-zip with a nice big pocket is super versatile and good for layering, so you can wear it anywhere from walking the dog to running errands to the couch.

—Adrianna Brach, quoted at Today.com

While your first instinct may be to throw on a big sweatshirt … to stay warm during a chilly, early morning hike, stick with an active, form-fitting half zip.

—Elena Hart

—often used before another noun

This women's sweatsuit set includes a half-zip hoodie and high-waist sweatpants.

—Christopher Murray

compare quarter-zip

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above