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Vocabulary Entry
zeroth
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Indicating a position before the first in a sequence.
Example Sentences
"In this mathematical series, the zeroth term is often defined to simplify calculations."
"The zeroth law of thermodynamics deals with the concept of thermal equilibrium."
"The zeroth dimension is sometimes referred to as a point, having no length, area, or volume."
N
noun
The numerical value zero or a term in a sequence that precedes the first.
Example Sentences
"In some programming languages, arrays are indexed starting from the zeroth element."
"The concept of a zeroth law is fundamental to understanding thermodynamic principles."
"The zeroth place in the decimal system is vital for correctly representing numbers."