Minuend
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɪnjʊˌɛnd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Minuend is a noun meaning (arithmetic) A number or quantity from which another is to be subtracted.
Meaning
(arithmetic) A number or quantity from which another is to be subtracted.
Example Sentences
In the subtraction 10 − 4, 10 is the minuend and 4 is the subtrahend.
Word Forms
- minuends
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include subtrahend, minor, subtraction, minus, remainder, difference.
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