000

      Translingual

      Symbol

      000

      1. Used to indicate a size that is smaller or larger than 00
        The precision screwdriver set includes size 0, 00, and 000 Phillips head.
        0000 is meant for newborns but if your baby is not too small at birth, you can start with size 000 singlets.
        000 capsules are too large to swallow, but are used for medication to be mixed with a liquid.

      See also

      • 0
      • 00
      • 0000

      English

      Proper noun

      000

      1. In Australia, the phone number for contacting emergency services.

      Usage notes

      • Usually said as "triple O", using the letter 'O' rather than 'zero'.

      See also

      Last modified on 31 December 2012, at 07:00