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subtract

The correct spelling is subtract.

How to pronounce subtract

/səbˈtɹækt/
verb

IPA: /səbˈtɹækt/

Say it like: Sub-tra-ct

The correct spelling is subtract. To remove or reduce; especially to reduce a quantity or number For example: "If you subtract the $100 for gas from the total cost, it was a fairly inexpensive trip."

Usage Examples

If you subtract the $100 for gas from the total cost, it was a fairly inexpensive trip.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To remove or reduce; especially to reduce a quantity or number

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