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Adverbial less than has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebTerm: Less ThanDefinition:Less than is a comparative operator used in mathematics to indicate that one value is smaller or inferior to another. Part of Speech:Expression Senses:1. Compared to or inferior to in quantity, quality, or degree. 2. Indicates subtraction or deduction. 3. Indicates a value or quantity below a specified threshold. Usages:1. Comparative: - The number 5 is less than 10. - The performance of Team A is less than that of Team B. 2. Subtraction: - If you have 8 apples and give away 3, you will have less than 8 apples. - The total cost is $50, but if you apply a discount of $10, the final amount will be less than the original. 3. Threshold: - The temperature is less than freezing, so make sure to wear warm clothes. - You need to score more than 80 to pass the test; anything less than that is considered a failure. Related Products:Mathematics BooksSubtraction Stationery | ||||
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