ground zero
ground
ˈgraʊnd
grawnd
ze
ziə
ziē
ro
roʊ
row
British pronunciation
/ɡɹˈaʊnd zˈiəɹəʊ/
GZ

Definizione e significato di "ground zero"in inglese

Ground zero
01

punto zero, epicentro

the exact location of a nuclear explosion
example
Esempi
The documentary interviewed witnesses who were near ground zero during the devastating earthquake.
Il documentario ha intervistato testimoni che erano vicini all'epicentro durante il devastante terremoto.
02

punto zero, epicentro

the initial stage or place in which a significant event or activity happens or starts
example
Esempi
The discovery of the new virus strain marked ground zero for the global pandemic.
La scoperta del nuovo ceppo virale ha segnato lo zero assoluto per la pandemia globale.
03

the site of the former World Trade Center in New York City after its destruction on September 11, 2001

example
Esempi
Ground zero remains a symbol of resilience.
04

the intended impact point of a bomb, missile, or other projectile

example
Esempi
Ground zero was chosen to minimize collateral damage.
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