How to sign "nothing" and phrases with "nothing" in them.
Definition: Something that does not exist; no thing.
Synonyms: ZERO, ZILCH, ZIP, NADA, NIL, NIX.
Related signs: NOTHING AT ALL, NONE.
nothing to it meaning: very easy.
Meaning: Not at all difficult.
Similar signs for no biggie or no big deal.
nothing much:
Meaning: Nothing of importance; none of one's business; never mind.
Also "not coming yet" when a schoolchild signs it at the doorway for the classmates to do something while a teacher hasn't come in yet. Usually one-handed sign "O" for nothing or "L" for "coming!".
Definition: In no way or degree; absolutely nothing; not anything; none at all; nought; naught, nowt.
Usage (example): "There is nothing/nowt you can do about it.", "It's nowt to do with me."
Semantic/contextual variation.
Definition: Used to say that you should take a risk or do a particular thing, because things cannot get worse nor it would cause any disadvantages for yourself.
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