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Meaning of minus
noun
- The minus sign (−).
- A negative quantity.
- A downside or disadvantage.
verb
- To subtract.
adjective
- Being a negative quantity; pertaining to a deficit or reduction. Example: a minus number
- That is below zero by (a specified amount) on a scale. Example: minus seven degrees
- Worse off than before; out of pocket.
- Ranking just below (a designated rating). Example: He got a grade of B minus for his essay.
preposition
- Made less or reduced by (followed by an expression of number or quantity). Example: seven minus two is five
- Without; deprived of. Example: I walked out minus my coat.
Source: Free Dictionary API.
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