The smallest amount or lowest limit. [L. smallest, least]
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1) the least quantity assignable, admissible, or possible
2) the lowest degree or amount of variation (as of temperature) reached or recorded
minimum adj of, relating to, or constituting a minimum <meet the \minimum psychiatric needs of the country (E. A. Strecker)> <establishing \minimum standards for medical education (CIBA Symposia)>
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min·i·mum (minґĭ-məm) pl. minґima [L. “smallestâ€] 1. the smallest amount or lowest limit. 2. minimal.Medical dictionary. 2011.