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Noun: absolute zero
  1. (cryogenics) the lowest temperature theoretically attainable (at which the kinetic energy of atoms and molecules is minimal); 0 Kelvin or -273.15 centigrade or -459.67 Fahrenheit
    "Scientists have come close to, but never reached, absolute zero"

Derived forms: absolute zeros

Type of: temperature

Encyclopedia: Absolute zero