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¹ max·i·mum

Pronounced:

/ˈmæksəməm/

Function:

noun

Inflected forms:

plural max·i·mums or technical max·i·ma /-əmə/

Meaning:

[count] : the highest number or amount that is possible or allowed —usually singular ▪ Twenty years is the maximum. ▪ This security system gives you the maximum in protection. —often + of ▪ You may invite a maximum of 10 guests to the party. ▪ You may stay for a maximum of two weeks. ▪ She will serve a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 20 years in jail. —opposite minimum

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