Subtraction Definition & Meaning
subtraction
- 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"
- the act of subtracting (removing a part from the whole); "he complained about the subtraction of money from their paychecks"
"Subtraction" in song lyrics
See how subtraction is used in real songs:
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"Gave him back what I took away like subtraction"
The Cross Movement — Thug Joint -
"I'm praying they're fast, in for your last day's subtraction"
Da Monstar Mob f/ Huesane, Scientific — Blue Apples -
"But she go so many, son, you're a subtraction"
The D.O.C. — Beautiful But Deadly
Words that rhyme with subtraction
Usage tips for "subtraction"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does subtraction mean?
- 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" the act of subtracting (removing a part from the whole); "he complained about the subtraction of money from their paychecks"
- What part of speech is subtraction?
- Subtraction is a noun.
- How many definitions does subtraction have?
- Subtraction has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).