absolute zero

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Synonyms: absolute ego, absolute zeros, absolute term

Antonyms: absolute ego, absolute zeros, absolute term

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Noun

1. {{sid|en|Q81182}} {{c|en|Temperature|Cryogenics|Zero}} {{lb|en|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. {{defdate|First attested in the early 19^th century.}}
2. {{lb|en|slang|derogatory}} A [[person]] or [[thing]] of [[absolutely]] no [[consequence]].

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