dedendum Definition
a thing to be subtracted from another.
Using dedendum: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dedendum" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
In the equation 10 - 4 = 6, 4 is the dedendum.
Example
The dedendum is the number being subtracted from the minuend.
dedendum Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for dedendum
Origins of dedendum
from Latin 'dedere', meaning 'to take away'
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Summary: dedendum in Brief
'Dedendum' [dɪˈdɛndəm] is a noun that refers to a thing to be subtracted from another. It is often used in mathematical contexts, where it denotes the number being subtracted from the minuend, as in 'In the equation 10 - 4 = 6, 4 is the dedendum.' Synonyms for 'dedendum' include 'subtrahend' and 'difference.'
