"zazz" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From pizazz. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} zazz (uncountable)
  1. (informal) Energetic charisma; zest; vitality. Tags: informal, uncountable Synonyms: zip, zing
    Sense id: en-zazz-en-noun-LbM4x8-W Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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