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minor

 
 
/ˈmaɪnər/ adjective

Definition

having little importance, influence, or effect, especially when compared with similar things: It's only a minor problem. There are minor differences between the models, but they're basically the same. The vehicle only suffered minor damage. minor adjustments/corrections/modifications → See also major
(Definition of minor adjective from the Cambridge Business English Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

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