zero

Definition

• n. a mathematical element that when added to another number yields the same number
• n. the point on a scale from which positive or negative numerical quantities can be measured
• n. the sight setting that will cause a projectile to hit the center of the target with no wind blowing
• v. adjust (an instrument or device) to zero value

Word forms

Plural

zeros

Present participle

zeroing

Past tense

zeroed

Third person singular

zeroes

Past participle

zeroed

Example sentences

1. n.

   The temperature dropped to zero degrees last night.

2. a.

   She had zero interest in the movie they were watching.

3. vt.

   The technician needed to zero the instrument before taking any measurements.

4. [計]

   In programming, you often start counting from zero.