zero
//ˈzɪəroʊ//
Noun
zeroSingular
zerosPlural
1
The numerical value representing nothing or no quantity; the number 0.
The temperature dropped to zero last night.
2
A point on a scale or instrument from which measurements begin.
The thermometer reads below zero.
3
The lowest point or level; nothing at all.
After the accident, his confidence dropped to zero.
Antonym
Adjective
zeroCanonical form
1
Having no measurable quantity or amount; none.
There is zero chance of rain today.
Antonym
Verb
zeroInfinitive
zeroPresent tense
zeroedPast tense
zeroedPast participle
zeroingPresent participle
zeroesThird-person singular
1
To adjust an instrument or device to a zero point or setting.
Please zero the scale before weighing the ingredients.
2
To aim or focus precisely on a target (often used with 'in on').
The detective zeroed in on the main suspect.