absolute zero

noun — 2 senses

absolute zero

noun

US /ˈæb.səˌlut ˈzi.ɹoʊ/

1

Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Physics The coldest possible temperature, equivalent to zero on the Kelvin scale, or approximately −273.15 °C, −459.67 °F; a total absence of heat; the temperature at which the motion of all molecules would cease.

2

Derogatory, Slang A person or thing of absolutely no consequence.

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