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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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adjective

  1. of the least possible; minimum or smallest

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Other 51Թ Forms

  • minimally adverb
  • nonminimal adjective
  • subminimal adjective
  • ˈԾly adverb
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of minimal1

First recorded in 1660–70; minim(um) + -al 1
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When he finally opened his eyes, his language was minimal: a few indistinct words — possibly English, possibly Spanish — and nothing that sounded like a name.

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GEL said its tariffs "ensure a secure electricity supply for islanders, with minimal interruptions".

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There is minimal to no light pollution in Trinity Alps, meaning it can be near pitch-black at your campground.

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Once the crafts have reached their destinations and start transmitting data, their operational costs are minimal.

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However, officials there contend “there is minimal risk of any significant tsunami occurring” from a local fault.

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