minimum

CEFRB1

/ˈmɪnɪməm/

noun · adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    The smallest amount or number allowed or possible.

  2. 02

    adjective

    As small as possible or necessary.

Examples

  • The class needs a minimum of six students to continue.

  • We have to reduce the cost to a minimum.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
2
Citations
1
Synonyms
1

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. A period of minimum brightness or energy intensity (of a star).

  2. The smallest amount.

  3. The lowest limit.

More examples

In context

  • Is there a drink minimum?

  • He always tries to get away with doing the minimum.

  • We need a minimum of three staff members on duty at all times.

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Antonyms

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Origin

noun

Learned borrowing from Latin minimum, neuter form of minimus (“least, smallest”).