minimum
min·i·mum
noun \ˈmi-nə-məm\ plural min·i·ma\-nə-mə\ or min·i·mums
Definition of MINIMUM
1
: the least quantity assignable, admissible, or possible
2
: the least of a set of numbers; specifically : the smallest value assumed by a continuous function defined on a closed interval
3
a : the lowest degree or amount of variation (as of temperature) reached or recorded b : the lowest speed allowed on a highway
— minimum adjective
Origin of MINIMUM
Latin, neuter of minimus smallest; akin to Latin minor smaller — more at minor
First Known Use: 1674
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