Vocabulary Entry

subtract

|verb • noun

verb

To take one number or amount away from another.

Example Sentences

"If you subtract five from ten, you get five."

"She learned how to subtract numbers in her math class."

"Please subtract the total costs to find the profit."

noun

Example Sentences

"The subtract of costs was necessary to balance the budget."

"His homework included the subtract of fractions."

"Understand the concept of subtract is crucial for successful arithmetic."