minus

/ˈmaɪnəs/

noun

Meaning

The minus sign (−).
A negative quantity.
A downside or disadvantage.

Synonyms

defect,

deficiency,

drawback,

flaw,

shortcoming

verb

Meaning

To subtract.

adjective

Meaning

Being a negative quantity; pertaining to a deficit or reduction.
"a minus number"
That is below zero by (a specified amount) on a scale.
"minus seven degrees"
Worse off than before; out of pocket.
Ranking just below (a designated rating).
"He got a grade of B minus for his essay."

Synonyms

negative,

below,

zero

preposition

Meaning

Made less or reduced by (followed by an expression of number or quantity).
"seven minus two is five"
Without; deprived of.
"I walked out minus my coat."

Synonyms

lacking,

without