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   minimal

   /ˈmɪnɪml/

   adjective

   • 1. of a minimum amount, quantity, or degree; negligible: "the aircraft suffered minimal damage"
   • 2. characterized by the use of simple forms or structures, especially geometric or massive ones.
   • ▪ characterized by simplicity and lack of adornment or decoration: "minimal, simple evening dresses in luxurious fabrics"
   • 3. characterized by the repetition and gradual alteration of short phrases.
   • 4. (of a pair of forms) distinguished by only one feature: "‘p’ and ‘b’ are a minimal pair, distinguished by the feature of voicing"

   Word Origin mid 17th century: from Latin minimus ‘smallest’ + -al.

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   The meaning of MINIMAL is relating to or being a minimum. How to use minimal in a sentence.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishMINIMAL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Meaning of minimal in English. minimal. adjective. uk / ˈmɪn.ɪ.m ə l / us / ˈmɪn.ə.m ə l / Add to word list. C1. very small in amount: There were no injuries and damage to the building was minimal. Opposite. maximal specialized. Compare. maximum adjective. minimum adjective. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Small in number and quantity.

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   Minimal definition: constituting a minimum. See examples of MINIMAL used in a sentence.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryMINIMAL | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   very small in amount: There were no injuries and damage to the building was minimal. Opposite. maximal specialized. Compare. maximum adjective. minimum adjective. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Small in number and quantity.

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   Definitions of minimal. adjective. the least possible. “needed to enforce minimal standards”. “her grades were minimal ”. “a minimal charge for the service”. synonyms: minimum. borderline, marginal. of questionable or minimal quality.

7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishminimal adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of minimal adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

8. www.thefreedictionary.com › minimalMinimal - definition of minimal by The Free Dictionary

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   a. Smallest in amount or degree: The job's minimal qualifications are a BS with two years' experience in the field. b. Small in amount or degree: a drug with minimal side effects; was able to walk with minimal discomfort. c. Only barely adequate: insurance policies with minimal coverage for damage to the car.

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   Smallest or least possible; of or constituting a minimum. Webster's New World. Smallest in amount or degree. The job's minimal qualifications are a BS with two years' experience in the field. American Heritage. Similar definitions. Small in amount or degree. A drug with minimal side effects; was able to walk with minimal discomfort.

10. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryMINIMAL definition in American English | Collins English ...

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    Something that is minimal is very small in quantity, value, or degree. The cooperation between the two is minimal. Synonyms: minimum , smallest , least , slightest More Synonyms of minimal

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    minimal meaning, definition, what is minimal: very small in degree or amount, especial...: Learn more.