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zither-A musical instrument composed of a flat sound box with about 30 to 40 strings stretched over it and played horizontally with the fingertips, a plectrum, or a bow, or set into vibration by the wind, as in the Aeolian harp.

zileuton-A drug that inhibits leukotriene formation, reduces the inflammatory process, and is used in the treatment of asthma.

zibeline-A thick lustrous soft fabric of wool and other animal hair, such as mohair, having a silky nap.

ziggurat-A temple tower of the ancient Assyrians and Babylonians, having the form of a terraced pyramid of successively receding stories.

zeatin-A cytokinin originally isolated from young corn kernels and found later in various other plants.