nounthe smallest possible quantity, price or number Examplesto keep expenses to a minimum • to reduce the risk of a loss to a minimum(NoteThe plural is minima or minimums.)adjectivesmallest possibleUsageminimum dividendthe smallest dividend which is legal and accepted by the shareholdersUsageminimum paymentthe smallest payment necessaryUsageminimum quantitythe smallest quantity which is acceptable smallest possible the smallest possible quantity, price or number