
Minus
Basic Math Operation
Minus is used in arithmetic to show subtraction between numbers.

12 minus 2 is 10.
Negative Results
When subtracting a larger number from a smaller one, the result is negative.

3 minus 5 equals negative 2.
Temperature Readings
Minus is used to indicate temperatures below zero in Celsius or Fahrenheit.

The forecast predicts temperatures of minus 10 degrees.
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