Minus Definition & Meaning
minus
- adjective
- on the negative side or lower end of a scale; "minus 5 degrees"; "a grade of B minus"
- involving disadvantage or harm; "minus (or negative) factors"
- noun
- an arithmetic operation in which the difference between two numbers is calculated; "the subtraction of three from four leaves one"; "four minus three equals one"
"Minus" in song lyrics
See how minus is used in real songs:
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"Seven Heads stay in the plus and not the minus"
Asheru & Blue Black (Unspoken Heard) — Soon Come (Koolade Remix) -
"I can't live with piness, is that a plus or a minus"
Big Pokey & Chris Ward f/ H.A.W.K — Smoke-N-Maintain -
"I'm from that 504, minus 279"
C-Murder f/T-Bo, Master P, and Silkk the Shocker — Get Bucked, Get Crunked
Words that rhyme with minus
Usage tips for "minus"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "minus" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for minus to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does minus mean?
- on the negative side or lower end of a scale; "minus 5 degrees"; "a grade of B minus" involving disadvantage or harm; "minus (or negative) factors" an arithmetic operation in which the difference between two numbers is calculated; "the subtraction of three from four leaves one"; "four minus three equals one"
- What part of speech is minus?
- Minus is an adjective and a noun.
- How many definitions does minus have?
- Minus has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).