Plus: meaning, definitions and examples

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plus

 

[ plʌs ]

Noun / Adjective
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

mathematics

The sign +, used to indicate addition or a positive quantity.

Synonyms

addition sign, positive sign

Examples of usage

  • 2 + 2 = 4
  • The answer is a plus, not a minus.
Context #2 | Noun

informal

A good or positive aspect of a situation.

Synonyms

advantage, benefit

Examples of usage

  • The plus side of the job is the flexible hours.
  • One plus of living in the city is the easy access to amenities.
Context #3 | Adjective

informal

Positive or advantageous.

Synonyms

advantageous, positive

Examples of usage

  • This decision has a plus effect on our business.
  • The plus points of the new system are efficiency and reliability.

Translations

Translations of the word "plus" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais

🇮🇳 अधिक

🇩🇪 plus

🇮🇩 lebih

🇺🇦 плюс

🇵🇱 plus

🇯🇵 プラス

🇫🇷 plus

🇪🇸 más

🇹🇷 artı

🇰🇷 플러스

🇸🇦 زائد

🇨🇿 plus

🇸🇰 plus

🇨🇳 

🇸🇮 plus

🇮🇸 plús

🇰🇿 плюс

🇬🇪 პლუსი

🇦🇿 üstəgəl

🇲🇽 más

Etymology

The word 'plus' originated from Latin 'plūs', meaning 'more'. It has been used in mathematics since the 15th century to denote addition. In informal contexts, 'plus' has been used to refer to positive aspects or advantageous qualities since the early 20th century.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,725, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.