110



110 proof

Extremely strong or potent. Its original sense refers to the alcohol content of liquor. This cleanser is 110 proof. If it can't get the stain out, nothing can.
See also: 110, proof

a hundred and ten percent

An effort towards something that is greater than one believes one is capable of doing, i.e., beyond 100% of one's ability; often used as a motivation in sports. Primarily heard in US. Alright guys, we all need to dig deep for the second half of the game. Go out there and give a hundred and ten percent and bring home a win!
See also: and, hundred, percent, ten

give 110%

To put forth the absolute maximum amount of effort or energy possible (i.e., even more than is usually required or seems possible). We're going to have to give 110% if we want to get this project finished by the deadline. A win today secures our spot in the championship, so go out there and give 110%!
See also: give

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
MeadowMED-oEnglish (Modern)
Aelfric['ælfrik]
Zakkai-Biblical Hebrew
Fidelfee-DHELSpanish
BlazeBLAYZEnglish (Modern)
SophySO-feeEnglish (Rare)