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plus
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- pronunciation:
- pluhs
- parts of speech:
- preposition, adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
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preposition |
| definition 1: |
"Plus" has the meaning of adding things together. When we say "two plus three equals five," it means that if we add two to three, it will make five.
Three plus seven equals ten.With my snacks plus your snacks, we should have enough snacks for the party. |
| definition 2: |
"Plus" means "in addition to."
Our whole family plus our dog went to the beach that day.- antonyms:
- minus
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
When we talk about a "plus sign," we are talking about a mark (+) that shows addition. If there is a plus sign in a number problem, it means you have to add the numbers together.
I didn't notice the plus sign in that math problem, so I got it wrong. |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
pluses, plusses |
| definition 1: |
"Plus" is the word for the math sign (+). It is also called a "plus sign."
If you put a plus in between two numbers, that shows that you are adding the numbers together. |
| definition 2: |
When something is a plus, it is something added that makes another thing even better.
Everybody loved the amusement park and the new roller coaster was a big plus.- antonyms:
- minus
- similar words:
- good, positive
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| related words: |
extra |
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