Comparative for lesser in importance, seriousness, or significance
“The changing economic and business environment is not merely a minor matter for corporate specialists.”
Comparative for not as great or important as the other or the rest
“Chesnutt may be regarded at present only as a minor writer in the annals of American literature.”
Comparative for lower in rank or status
“It is true that Dubois was only a minor official and was never promoted.”
Comparative for serving a subsidiary or ancillary role
“Pratt then landed a minor role in the film Bride Wars, which received overwhelmingly negative reviews.”
(following a surname) Comparative for indicating the younger of two siblings
“Smith minor wasn't quite seven then, and had only just been sent to school.”
Comparative for having a valid reason
Comparative for not important or well known
Comparative for below the usual or expected size
Comparative for not essential or necessary for a given task or purpose
Comparative for for, or denoting, young or younger people
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