English · Phrasal verb Attested

zero out

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To reduce to zero.

Where it’s used: Used American English

The bill was over $400, but the server zeroed it out as a gesture of gratitude.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To cut off funding for (a project).

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To fill with zeros, replacing any previous contents.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “zero out” mean?

To reduce to zero.

Is “zero out” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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