Taser

The term originates as a trademarked brand name, though it is now frequently used as a generic term for any conducted energy weapon. In professional law enforcement contexts, it is often referred to as a CED (conducted energy device) to maintain technical accuracy and avoid trademark issues.

As a verb, the word carries a strong connotation of sudden, forceful incapacitation. It is typically used in reports of police activity or security interventions, where the focus is on the immediate physical effect of the electrical discharge rather than a prolonged struggle.