subtraction
sub
sʌb
sab
trac
ˈtræk
trāk
tion
ʃən
shēn
/sʌbtɹˈækʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "subtraction"in English

Subtraction
01

the mathematical process of finding the difference between two numbers, quantities, or expressions

subtraction definition and meaning
Examples
In subtraction, 15 minus 7 equals 8.
02

the process of taking something away from a larger amount

Examples
The subtraction of several items from the inventory caused discrepancies.
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