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minus

The correct spelling is minus.

How to pronounce minus

/ˈmaɪnəs/
noun

IPA: /ˈmaɪnəs/

Say it like: Min-us

The correct spelling is minus. The minus sign (−). For example: "a minus number"

Usage Examples

“a minus number”

“minus seven degrees”

“He got a grade of B minus for his essay.”

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The minus sign (−).
  2. 2.A negative quantity.
  3. 3.A downside or disadvantage.

verb

  1. 1.To subtract.

adjective

  1. 1.Being a negative quantity; pertaining to a deficit or reduction.
  2. 2.That is below zero by (a specified amount) on a scale.
  3. 3.Worse off than before; out of pocket.
  4. 4.Ranking just below (a designated rating).

preposition

  1. 1.Made less or reduced by (followed by an expression of number or quantity).
  2. 2.Without; deprived of.

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