Pronunciation: /ˈmaɪnəs/
noun a mathematical operation of subtraction
A1 I have five apples, and my friend has two apples, so the difference is three apples.
A2 The temperature outside is 10 degrees Celsius, but with the wind chill factor, it feels like minus five degrees.
B1 The company's profits were down this quarter, resulting in a minus on the balance sheet.
B2 The team's performance was affected by the absence of their star player, resulting in a minus in their overall score.
C1 The project manager calculated the costs and benefits of the new initiative, factoring in both the pluses and minuses.
C2 The artist used a bold color palette with splashes of reds and yellows, creating a striking contrast with the deep blues and minuses.
preposition used to indicate subtraction or a negative quantity
A1 I have five apples minus two apples, so I have three apples left.
A2 She scored 80% on the test, minus the extra credit points.
B1 The total cost of the items minus the discount equals the final price.
B2 The company's revenue for the quarter was $1 million minus operating expenses.
C1 The athlete's time in the race was impressive, minus the time lost at the start.
C2 The painting was valued at $10,000 minus the restoration costs.
formal The temperature dropped to minus 10 degrees Celsius last night.
informal I only have two apples left, minus the one I ate earlier.
slang I'm feeling minus about going to that party tonight.
figurative Her decision to quit her job was a minus for the company.
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