subtraction
(noun)
noun
1. an arithmetic operation in which the difference between two numbers is calculated
- the subtraction of three from four leaves one
Similar word(s): minus
Definition categories: act
2. the act of subtracting (removing a part from the whole)
- he complained about the subtraction of money from their paychecks
Similar word(s): deduction
Definition categories: act, decrease, diminution, reduction
Sentences with subtraction as a noun:
- The teacher has set us ten subtractions to do by tomorrow.
- The subtraction of the wealth from the economy will result in recession.