Subtraction

/səbˈtrækʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The process of taking one number or amount away from another.

In mathematics, subtraction is often represented by the minus sign (-).

The result or difference obtained by subtracting one quantity from another.

The subtraction of 5 from 10 gives a result of 5.

A mathematical operation that involves finding the difference between numbers.

Learning subtraction is essential in developing basic arithmetic skills.

The act of removing something.

The subtraction of unnecessary items from the list improved its clarity.

From Latin subtrahere, meaning 'to take away.'

subtraction operation

The specific mathematical action of subtracting one number from another.

subtraction method

A technique used to perform subtraction effectively.

additive

Referring to addition, the inverse operation of subtraction.

negation

The operation that involves subtracting a value or denying its truth.

Taking away something

I did a subtraction of my bad habits this year to focus on my goals.