Definition of subtract

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  • subtract is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • subtract is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • subtract is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of subtract

  • make a subtraction (verb)

    Examples

    1. subtract this amount from my paycheck

    Synonyms

    1. deduct
    2. take off
  • take off or away (verb)

    Examples

    1. this prefix was subtracted when the word was borrowed from French

See definition of subtract in Merriam Webster