Definition of «aughts»
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| First seen | 2026 |
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"Aughts" refers specifically to the first decade of the 21st century, spanning from the year 2000 through 2009. The term is derived from the word 'aught', a linguistic variant of 'naught' meaning zero, reflecting the double zeros found in the years of that decade. In contemporary internet discourse, it is frequently used to categorize nostalgic fashion, music, and aesthetic trends that are currently seeing a resurgence. It carries a specific cultural weight, often used to contrast the digital simplicity of that era with the hyper-connected nature of the present day.
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> Man, I’ve been looking into early aughts men’s fashion for fits I can draw Leon wearing.
> The early aughts aesthetic is making such a huge comeback on TikTok right now with all the low-rise jeans.
> I found my old iPod from the aughts and the playlist is actually full of bangers.
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