Associations to the word «Decrement»

Wiktionary

DECREMENT, noun. A small quantity removed or lost. One of a series of regular subtractions.
DECREMENT, verb. To decrease a value by a basic quantity unit.

Dictionary definition

DECREMENT, noun. The amount by which something decreases.
DECREMENT, noun. A process of becoming smaller or shorter.

Wise words

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