Defn: A Greek letter [z] corresponding to our z.
ZETETIC
Ze*tet"ic, a. Etym: [Gr. zététique.]
Defn: Seeking; proceeding by inquiry. Zetetic method (Math.), the method used for finding the value of unknown quantities by direct search, in investigation, or in the solution of problems. [R.] Hutton.
ZETETIC
Ze*tet"ic, n.
Defn: A seeker; — a name adopted by some of the Pyrrhonists.
ZETETICS
Ze*tet"ics, n. Etym: [See Zetetic, a.] (Math.)
Defn: A branch of algebra which relates to the direct search for unknown quantities. [R.]
ZEUGLODON
Zeu"glo*don, n. Etym: [Gr. (Paleon.)
Defn: A genus of extinct Eocene whales, remains of which have been found in the Gulf States. The species had very long and slender bodies and broad serrated teeth. See Phocodontia.
ZEUGLODONT
Zeu"glo*dont, (Zoöl.)