(computer graphics) The elimination of certain objects from the display that should not be rendered because they are behind objects that are closer to the viewer.

plural of z-buffer

(computer graphics) A buffer for the purpose of tracking the relative depths of different objects in a scene and determining which are closer to the observer than others.

(soccer, humorous) The back row or rows of the stands.

Someone on a Z-list; one who is very far from stardom.

Z-boson

plural of Z particle

plural of Z-drug

Any of a group of nonbenzodiazepine drugs with effects similar to benzodiazepines, used in the treatment of insomnia.

plural of Z-lister