nil
nothing; naught; zero.
having no value or existence: His credit rating is nil.
Origin of nil
1Other definitions for NIL (2 of 2)
name, image, likeness: aspects of a collegiate athlete’s identity for which they may earn money from a third party, as for advertising sponsorship or merchandise sales, although they are prohibited from being paid directly by colleges and universities for their participation in intercollegiate sports: Student-athletes should report NIL activities consistent with state law or school and conference requirements to their school.The NCAA decision about NIL has forever changed college football, allowing players to make money for the first time.
Origin of NIL
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British Dictionary definitions for nil
/ (nɪl) /
another word for nothing: used esp in the scoring of certain games
Origin of nil
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