minimum

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈmɪn.ɪ.məm/
/ˈmɪn.ə.məm/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

The lowest limit.

Example Sentences
  • We need a minimum of three staff members on duty at all time.
2 Definition

The smallest amount.

Example Sentences
  • He always tries to get away with doing the minimum.
3 Definition

A period of minimum brightness or energy intensity (of a star).

Example Sentences
  • The Maunder minimum of the Sun reportedly corresponded to a period of great cold on Earth.
4 Definition

A lower bound of a set which is also an element of that set.

5 Definition

The smallest member of a batch or sample or the lower bound of a probability distribution.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To the lowest degree.