Subtraction

noun

/səbˈtɹækʃən/

Word Frequency: 2.1

Definitions

1.nounThe process of subtracting a number from another.

2.nounA calculation involving subtracting.

"The teacher has set us ten subtractions to do by tomorrow."

3.nounThe removal of something.

"The subtraction of the wealth from the economy will result in recession."

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