minus sign
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minus signs
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the sign (-) that is used in mathematics
- In the expression -10, the minus sign indicates a negative number.
- The equation 5 - 3 = 2 uses the minus sign to indicate subtraction.
- When calculating the profit margin, a negative result is denoted by the minus sign.
- The minus sign is used to denote a decrease in value or quantity.
- The temperature dropped to -5 degrees Celsius, where the minus sign represents below zero.