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nought

 

[ nɔːt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mathematics

A mathematical concept representing the number zero; the absence of quantity or value.

Synonyms

nil, nothing, zero

Examples of usage

  • Nought is often used as a placeholder in mathematical calculations.
  • The result of dividing any number by nought is undefined.
Context #2 | Noun

informal

Nothing at all; zero quantity.

Synonyms

nil, nothing, zero

Examples of usage

  • There is nought left in the fridge.
  • She knew nought about the subject.

Translations

Translations of the word "nought" in other languages:

🇵🇹 zero

🇮🇳 शून्य

🇩🇪 null

🇮🇩 nol

🇺🇦 нуль

🇵🇱 zero

🇯🇵 ゼロ

🇫🇷 zéro

🇪🇸 cero

🇹🇷 sıfır

🇰🇷 영

🇸🇦 صفر

🇨🇿 nula

🇸🇰 nula

🇨🇳 零

🇸🇮 nič

🇮🇸 núll

🇰🇿 нөл

🇬🇪 ნული

🇦🇿 sıfır

🇲🇽 cero

Etymology

The word 'nought' originated from Middle English 'naught', meaning 'nothing'. It has been used in English since the 12th century. In mathematics, nought refers to the number zero, which comes from the Old English 'nāwiht', meaning 'no thing'. Over time, nought has become a common term to represent the concept of zero or nothing.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,383, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.