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minus sign
noun
mathematics : the symbol − used to show that a number is being subtracted from another number or that a quantity is less than zero
Full Definition of MINUS SIGN
: a sign − used in mathematics to indicate subtraction (as in 8−6=2) or a negative quantity (as in −10°)
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First Known Use of MINUS SIGN
1851
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MINUS SIGN Defined for Kids
minus sign
noun
Definition of MINUS SIGN for Kids
: a sign − used especially in mathematics to indicate subtraction (as in 8−6=2) or a quantity less than zero (as in −15°)
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