Nil Definition

nil
noun
  1. a quantity of no importance; "it looked like nothing I had ever seen before"; "reduced to nil all the work we had done"; "we racked up a pathetic goose egg"; "it was all for naught"; "I didn't hear zilch about it"

"Nil" in song lyrics

See how nil is used in real songs:

  • "If you don't begin at nil"
    Akinyele f/ Christine McLean, Jessie Nunes — Take a Lick
  • "And clearly, my competition is, kinda nil"
    Bone Crusher f/ Cotton Bend — Southern Gorillas
  • "Rappers get deals after kicking nil"
    The Cenobites (Kool Keith & Godfather Don) f/ Percee-P — You're Late

Usage tips for "nil"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "nil" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for nil to find words that pair well.

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