zed
zed
Definition
zed (zed)
noun
Brit. the letter Z
Etymology: ME < MFr zede < LL zeta < Gr zēta
ZED (ZigBee End Device)
Telecom Definition
A ZigBee terminal device, such as a sensor, that can perform only a single monitoring or control function. A ZED comprises a low-cost microprocessor, RAM and ROM, a long-life battery, and a low-power radio and controller. A ZED is small enough to be embedded in a light switch, smoke or carbon dioxide detector, thermostat, security sensor, utility meter, or medical sensor. A ZED can communication only with a ZigBee Router (ZR), and not other ZEDs. See also ZigBee and ZR.
zed
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- catch: Ian Harbor from Andover Hampshire fished early week catching a personal best 8lb zed.
Adjective modifier
- small: A last cast produced another small zed of around 6lb, no big fish but some good sport for the conditions none the less!
- good: Best zed of the week was caught by Paul Miller who fished peg 28.
Modifies a noun
