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Minus
01
the operation of subtracting one number from another
02
the sign - in mathematics, used to indicate subtraction or a negative number
Examples
In algebra, the minus is used to denote the opposite or negative of a number or variable.
minus
01
entailing a disadvantage, loss, or harmful effect
Examples
The operation carries some minus risks for the patient.
02
below zero
Examples
The temperature dropped to minus five degrees overnight.
minus
01
used to indicate that a number, quantity, or amount is being subtracted from a total
Examples
He had 10 cookies minus the ones he gave away.
