Cero

/ˈsɛroʊ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The number zero; a numerical digit representing no quantity.

The score was a cero, meaning neither team had scored a point.

A point of no value or importance; something insignificant.

In his opinion, their argument was a cero, lacking any substantial evidence.

The starting point in a numerical scale or measurement.

In thermodynamics, cero is often used to denote absolute zero.

Derived from the Spanish word 'cero', which comes from the Arabic 'sifr', meaning 'empty'.

cero in the scoreboard

Referring to a situation where someone has scored no points.

cero tolerance

A strict enforcement policy often applied in disciplines.

zero

The numerical symbol representing the absence of value.

nought

A British term for zero, especially in games.

A term used to denote failure or lack of success.

That exam was a total cero for me.

Used in slang to describe someone who does nothing significant.

He's like a cero in that group, just taking up space.