noun

zeroes

Zeroes (noun) means informal name for a decade running from a year ending in 0 to one ending in 9, most often the 2000s. Example: “Flip phones were everywhere in the zeroes.”

noun

Informal name for a decade running from a year ending in 0 to one ending in 9, most often the 2000s.

"Flip phones were everywhere in the zeroes."

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In plain EnglishA casual way to refer to a decade like the 2000s — also spelled "zeros."

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Rhymes for zeroes

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Frequently asked questions

What does “zeroes” mean?

The word “zeroes” means informal name for a decade running from a year ending in 0 to one ending in 9, most often the 2000s. In plain terms, a casual way to refer to a decade like the 2000s — also spelled "zeros.".

How do you use “zeroes” in a sentence?

Here is “zeroes” used in a sentence: “Flip phones were everywhere in the zeroes.”

What part of speech is “zeroes”?

“Zeroes” is a noun.

What is the meaning of zeroes?

"zeroes" (noun) means informal name for a decade running from a year ending in 0 to one ending in 9, most often the 2000s.

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