Definition of minus

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  • minus is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
  • minus is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
  • minus is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 10

Definition of minus

  • an arithmetic operation in which the difference between two numbers is calculated (noun)

    Examples

    1. four minus three equals one

    Synonyms

    1. subtraction
  • involving disadvantage or harm (adjective)

    Examples

    1. minus (or negative) factors

    Synonyms

    1. negative
  • on the negative side or lower end of a scale (adjective)

    Examples

    1. minus 5 degrees
    2. a grade of B minus

See definition of minus in Merriam Webster