Z — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun abbreviation /ˈzē/

Meaning & Definition of Z

Z (noun)

  1. the 26th and last letter of the English alphabet
  2. a graphic representation of this letter
  3. a speech counterpart of orthographic z
  4. z particle

Z (abbreviation)

  1. zero
  2. zone
  3. zenith distance

Word Forms of Z

Inflections: z's, zs

Origin & Etymology of Z

First known use: before 12th century

Words & Phrases Containing Z

z-axis, z-coordinate, z distribution, Z line, Z particle, z-score

Frequently Asked Questions about Z

What does "Z" mean?

"Z" means the 26th and last letter of the English alphabet. As an a noun and an abbreviation, it is defined as: the 26th and last letter of the English alphabet. It has 7 distinct senses.

Is "Z" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Z" can be used as a noun and an abbreviation, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Z"?

"Z" is pronounced /ˈzē/.

What is the origin of the word "Z"?

First known use: before 12th century.

What does "Z" mean as a noun?

As a noun, "Z" means: the 26th and last letter of the English alphabet; a graphic representation of this letter; a speech counterpart of orthographic z.

What does "Z" mean as an abbreviation?

As an abbreviation, "Z" means: zero; zone; zenith distance.

What are the forms of "Z"?

The word forms of "Z" include z's and zs.