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    subtraction

    subtraction - Dictionary definition and meaning for word subtraction

    Definition
    (noun) an arithmetic operation in which the difference between two numbers is calculated
    Synonyms : minus
    Example Sentence
    • the subtraction of three from four leaves one
    • four minus three equals one
    Definition
    (noun) the act of subtracting (removing a part from the whole)
    Synonyms : deduction
    Example Sentence
    • he complained about the subtraction of money from their paychecks
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