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zero
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. zero
  2. 2. nought
This noun means zero or nothing, representing the number 0. It is used in mathematics, scores, and temperatures, and is interchangeable with the katakana form in many contexts. It can also metaphorically mean "nothing" or "from scratch."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Last month was a lifesaver — zero returns!

Sentence 2

So should I just set my expectations to zero?

Sentence 3

I'll get my backlog down to zero before I leave.

Sentence 4

If you expect nothing, you can't get hurt, right?

Sentence 5

By the way, is it true your step count today is zero?