Minor ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Minor ( adjective )

1. Of less importance, seriousness, or significance.
2. Lesser in rank, status, or degree.
3. Relating to or denoting the smaller of two or more things of the same kind.
4. Relating to or denoting a subject of study that forms a relatively insignificant part of a university or college course.
5. Relating to a person who is under the age of full legal responsibility.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin minor "smaller, less," comparative of minus "less.".

Examples:

1. The company suffered only minor damage in the storm.
2. He had a minor role in the play.
3. The problem was minor and easily fixed.
4. The report contained some minor errors.
5. She is a minor and needs parental consent.

(As a noun)

Minor ( noun )

1. Of less importance, seriousness, or significance.
2. Lesser in rank, status, or degree.
3. Relating to or denoting the smaller of two or more things of the same kind.
4. Relating to or denoting a subject of study that forms a relatively insignificant part of a university or college course.
5. Relating to a person who is under the age of full legal responsibility.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin minor "smaller, less," comparative of minus "less.".

Examples:

1. The company suffered only minor damage in the storm.
2. He had a minor role in the play.
3. The problem was minor and easily fixed.
4. The report contained some minor errors.
5. She is a minor and needs parental consent.