minus

The minus sign (−).

A negative quantity.

A downside or disadvantage.

To subtract.

Being a negative quantity; pertaining to a deficit or reduction.

"a minus number"

That is below zero by (a specified amount) on a scale.

"minus seven degrees"

Worse off than before; out of pocket.

Ranking just below (a designated rating).

"He got a grade of B minus for his essay."

Made less or reduced by (followed by an expression of number or quantity).

"seven minus two is five"

Without; deprived of.

"I walked out minus my coat."