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Meaning of the word zero in English

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zero

US /ˈzɪr.oʊ/
UK /ˈzɪə.rəʊ/
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Noun

1.

the number 0

Example:
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The temperature dropped to zero degrees Celsius.
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He scored zero points in the game.
Synonym:
nought nil cipher
2.

the lowest possible amount or level

Example:
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His chances of winning are close to zero.
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The project started from zero.
Synonym:
nothing none nil

Adjective

amounting to zero; nonexistent

Example:
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His contribution to the team was zero.
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The chances of success are zero.
Synonym:
nonexistent nil null

Verb

to adjust an instrument to a zero reading

Example:
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You need to zero the scale before weighing the ingredients.
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The technician will zero the equipment before starting the experiment.
Synonym:
calibrate reset
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