English

zero

ˈzɪr.oʊ, ˈzɪəɹəʊ, ˈzi(ˌ)ɹoʊ, ˈzɪɹ(ˌ)oʊ

Meaning: the number 0; nothing

Part of Speech: Number Alternative Readings: ˈzɪəɹəʊ, ˈzi(ˌ)ɹoʊ, ˈzɪɹ(ˌ)oʊ

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Example sentences

The temperature dropped to ten degrees below zero last night.

The temperature dropped below zero last night.

After sunset, the temperature plunged below zero.

Water freezes at zero degrees Celsius.

The x-axis crosses the graph at zero.

Usage Notes

Used as a number, a point on a scale (like temperature), or to emphasize that something does not exist (e.g., 'zero evidence').

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