zed
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for zed, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The British and Commonwealth name for the letter Z.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Old French zede, ultimately from Greek zēta — the same root behind the American name "zee," which developed later by analogy with "bee" and "dee."
Full origin of zed →Frequently asked questions
What does “zed” mean?
The word “zed” means the British and Commonwealth name for the letter Z. In plain terms, what British, Canadian, and most Commonwealth speakers call the letter Z.
How do you pronounce “zed”?
“Zed” is pronounced zehd (/zɛd/ in IPA).
How do you use “zed” in a sentence?
Here is “zed” used in a sentence: “He spelled it out: "zed, e, d" — Z-E-D.”
What is another word for “zed”?
Words with a similar meaning to “zed” include zee, izzard and uzzard.
What part of speech is “zed”?
“Zed” is a noun.
Where does the word “zed” come from?
The word “zed” comes from Old French. From Old French zede, ultimately from Greek zēta — the same root behind the American name "zee," which developed later by analogy with "bee" and "dee.".