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Definition minor in American English

minor noun

[countable] noun
/ˈmaɪnər/
1

someone who has not reached the age at which they are legally an adult

Example

It is illegal to sell cigarettes to minors.

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2

a university or college subject or area of study that is less important and involves less work than a student's main subject

Example

a minor in French

Definition minor in American English