SUBTRAHEND - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

the number to be subtracted from the minuend

Categories: Number

Synonyms

Subtrahend

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "subtrahend" comes from Latin subtrahendus.

🔗 Related Words

subtract – A related word in the same word family.

subtract – A related word in the same word family.

end – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Many Latin words entered English twice—once through French and once through direct borrowing.