Zero Definition

zero
adjective
  1. indicating the absence of any or all units under consideration; "a zero score"
  2. having no measurable or otherwise determinable value; "the goal is zero population growth"
  3. indicating an initial point or origin
  4. of or relating to the null set (a set with no members)
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"
  2. a mathematical element that when added to another number yields the same number
  3. the point on a scale from which positive or negative numerical quantities can be measured
  4. the sight setting that will cause a projectile to hit the center of the target with no wind blowing
verb
  1. adjust (an instrument or device) to zero value
  2. adjust (as by firing under test conditions) the zero of (a gun); "He zeroed in his rifle at 200 yards"

"Zero" in song lyrics

See how zero is used in real songs:

  • "Zero"
    2Mex f/ Sick Jacken (Psycho Realm), Xololanxinco — Doctors, Drums and Danger
  • "theoretically your chance of deadin me zero"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Celph Titled — Murder-Death-Kill
  • "No, I'm not a hero or zero"
    Above the Law — Murder Rap

Usage tips for "zero"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "zero" 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 zero to find words that pair well.

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