minuend

min·u·end

noun \ˈmin-yə-ˌwend\

Definition of MINUEND

: a number from which the subtrahend is to be subtracted

Origin of MINUEND

Latin minuendum, neuter of minuendus, gerundive of minuere to lessen — more at minor

First Known Use: 1706

Other Mathematics and Statistics Terms

abscissa, denominator, divisor, equilateral, exponent, hypotenuse, logarithm, oblique, radii, rhomb

Rhymes with MINUEND

apprehend, bitter end, business end, comprehend, condescend, discommend, dividend, in the end, on the mend, open-end, overspend, recommend, repetend, reprehend, subtrahend, vilipend