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- pronunciation:
- sb
traekt
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Explorer, Word Parts
part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
subtracts, subtracting, subtracted |
definition: |
to find the difference in amount between two numbers, or to take away from a whole or larger quantity.
Subtract your current weight from your weight last month to find out how many pounds you lost.To find your net pay, subtract your deductions from your gross pay.
- antonyms:
- add
- similar words:
- deduct, dock
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related words: |
calculate |
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derivation: |
subtracter (n.) |
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