Meaning & Definition of word "Nil"

Nil

/nɪl/

noun:

  • 1. nothing; no amount.
    • Example: The score was nil at halftime, leaving both teams looking for an edge.
  • 2. a value of zero, especially in a scoring context.
    • Example: The team's final score was a disappointing nil, reflecting their poor performance.
  • 3. a term used in various sports to denote a score of zero.
    • Example: In the match, the final result was three to nil, highlighting their dominance.

adverb:

  • 1. to no extent; not at all.
    • Example: I was nil concerned about the outcome of the game.

Etymology

From Latin 'nihil', meaning nothing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

nil return:

An entry reflecting no profit or loss.

nil desperandum:

A phrase meaning no need to despair.

to call something nil:

To declare something to have no value.

Related Words

nothing:

The absence of anything.

void:

A completely empty space.

Slang Meanings of nil

Meaning: Anything that is of no value.

Example Sentence: That idea is nil.

Meaning: To indicate failure or failure to achieve.

Example Sentence: His attempts to win were nil.