ZED
/zɛd/
3 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of ZED
The name of the Latin-script letter Z.
(in combination) Something Z-shaped.
"zed-bar"
(usually in the plural) Sleep.
"I'm going to go get some zeds."
To sleep or nap. (Compare zzz, catch some z's.)
To zigzag; to move with sharp alternating turns.
Examples of ZED in a Sentence
- "zed-bar"
- "I'm going to go get some zeds."
Word Details
Is ZED a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ZED is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: Short words like ZED are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.
Letter Values for ZED
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | z | e | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 10 | 1 | 2 | 13 |
| WWF | 10 | 1 | 2 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ZED
2 words from the letters in ZED
2-letter words
How to Use ZED in Word Games
ZED is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Short word advantage: ZED is only 3 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ZED to find 2 additional valid words.