English to English Dictionary

Zonfotic

A term used to describe a state or condition of being immersed in a virtual or digital environment.

Zonule

A small band, zone, or girdle, especially the suspensory ligament of the lens of the eye (zonule of Zinn).

Zoot-suit

A men's suit featuring a jacket with wide padded shoulders and long loose sleeves, paired with high-waisted, wide-legged trousers that taper at the ankles.

Zounds

An archaic expression of surprise, anger, or indignation.

Zubuhuli

A term used in Chinese culture to denote a specific philosophical or cultural concept.

Zukunft

The period of time following the present moment; time yet to come.

Zuotin

A cellular protein found in yeast that acts as a chaperone and associates with ribosomes, playing a critical role in protein folding and translation.

Zymology

The branch of science that deals with fermentation and the chemical processes associated with it.

zealot

A person who is fanatical and uncompromising in pursuit of their religious, political, or other ideals.

zipper

A device consisting of two flexible strips of teeth that can be interlocked by means of a sliding tab, used for fastening clothing and other items.

zoning

The system of dividing a city or town into areas according to permitted uses, such as residential, commercial, or industrial.

zymurgy

A branch of applied chemistry that studies the biochemistry of fermentation processes, such as in winemaking, brewing, and distilling.