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Definition maximum in American English

maximum noun

[countable] noun
/ˈmæksɪməm/
1

the largest number, amount, or degree that is allowed or is possible

Example

20 kg of luggage is the maximum we allow on the flight.

Example

Give yourself a maximum of 15 minutes to read the questions.

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Definition maximum in American English