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Syllabification: (O)
Pronunciation: /ō/
(also o)
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Definition of O

noun (plural Os or O's /ōz/)

  • 1the fifteenth letter of the alphabet.
  • denoting the next after N in a set of items, categories, etc..
  • a human blood type (in the ABO system) lacking both the A and B antigens. In blood transfusion, a person with blood of this group is a potential universal donor.
  • 2 (also oh) zero (in a sequence of numerals, especially when spoken).
  • 3a shape like that of a capital O; a circle.

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