rien

Definitions of rien
  1. noun
    a detail that is considered insignificant
    synonyms: bagatelle
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    type of:
    détail, point
    an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole
  2. noun
    something of little value
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    type of:
    peu de valeur
    having no qualities that would render it valuable or useful
  3. noun
    a score of zero in tennis or squash
    synonyms: zéro
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    type of:
    marque, score
    a number that expresses the accomplishment of a team or an individual in a game or contest
  4. noun
    something of small importance
    synonyms: bagatelle
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    types:
    frivolité
    something of little value or significance
    type of:
    objet
    a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
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