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minimal

[ min-uh-muhl ]

adjective

  1. constituting a minimum:

    a minimal mode of transportation.

  2. barely adequate or the least possible:

    minimal care.

    Synonyms: ,



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/ ˈɪɪə /

adjective

  1. of the least possible; minimum or smallest
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Derived Forms

  • ˈԾly, adverb
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Other Word Forms

  • i·· adverb
  • ԴDz·i· adjective
  • ܲ·i· adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of minimal1

First recorded in 1660–70; minim(um) + -al 1
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Mr Shiokawa, a PhD student in the department of computer science at Bath, said the project proved that "after making minimal adjustments, a Roomba can serve multiple roles around the home".

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In a new report, the former Labour prime minister says voters "feel they're being asked to make financial sacrifices and changes in lifestyle when they know the impact on global emissions is minimal".

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With Republicans in control of the Senate, the Democrats on the investigations committee have minimal power, since they can’t hold hearings or subpoena witnesses.

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Previously, packages worth up to $2,500 could enter the US with minimal paperwork but, due to tighter customs checks that came into force alongside the tariffs earlier this month, the threshold has been lowered.

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Training as a sushi chef is notoriously rigorous, usually with long work hours and minimal work-life balance.

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