zero

/ˈzɪroʊ/
noun
  1. The number 0; nothing; no amount or quantity.
    • The temperature dropped to zero last night.
    • The team scored zero goals in the first half.
    • My bank account balance is zero after paying the bills.
  2. The lowest point or level; nothing at all.
    • His chances of winning are practically zero.
    • After the storm, visibility was zero.
    • We have zero tolerance for bullying in this school.
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verb
  1. To adjust an instrument or device to a zero reading or starting point.
    • Please zero the scale before weighing the ingredients.
    • The technician zeroed the gauge to ensure accurate measurements.
    • You need to zero the timer before each race.
  2. To focus attention or aim precisely on something (often followed by 'in on').
    • The camera zeroed in on the actor's face.
    • The detective zeroed in on the main suspect.
    • We need to zero in on the most important issues first.
adjective
  1. Having no measurable or positive quantity; not any.
    • There is zero chance of rain today.
    • She showed zero interest in the movie.
    • The company reported zero profit this quarter.
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