plus
Used to show that one thing is added to another.
Used to indicate that something is being added to what has already been mentioned.
A good point or benefit of something.
A good feature or an advantage of something.
The '+' sign that shows you should add numbers together.
The symbol (+) used to indicate addition in mathematics and related contexts.
More than zero, or better than an average level.
Greater than zero in value or above a stated standard or level.
- Base: plus
- Base: plus
- Plural: pluses, plusses
a big plus
1a major advantage or benefit
A very good point or helpful thing.
- Free parking is a big plus when choosing a hotel.
- Her friendly personality is a big plus in customer service.
B plus / C plus etc.
1grade slightly above base letter grade
In school, a grade that is better than B but not as good as A.
- He earned a B plus on his essay.
- My final grade was C plus, so I passed.
plus or minus
1approximately; give or take
About this number, but it can be a little higher or a little lower.
- The journey will take two hours, plus or minus ten minutes.
- The repair should cost $200, plus or minus a few dollars.
- The device can handle a voltage of 12 volts, plus or minus 5 percent.
plus or minus
2+/- indicating variation range
Shows that a number can be higher or lower by a small amount.
- The distance is 10 miles, plus or minus half a mile.
- Your score could change by plus or minus two points.