Definition of "Zap" :

noun: a sudden event that imparts energy or excitement, usually with a dramatic impact

"They gave it another zap of radiation."

verb: cook or heat in a microwave oven

verb: strike at with firepower or bombs

"Zap the enemy."

verb: kill with or as if with a burst of gunfire or electric current or as if by shooting

verb: strike suddenly and with force

"This show zaps the viewers with some shocking scenes."