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minus, 빼기
The minus sign is a mathematical symbol used to subtract one number from another. It's used like this: 5➖3=2.
Nowadays, it's also frequently used to signify 'decrease' or 'removal.' It's especially common online to express negative situations.
빼기 기호는 한 수에서 다른 수를 뺄 때 사용하는 수학 기호예요. 5➖3=2와 같이 사용해요.
현대에는 '감소'나 '제거'를 의미할 때도 많이 사용해요. 특히 온라인에서 부정적인 상황을 표현할 때 쓰이죠.
The origin of the minus sign can be traced back to ancient Egypt. Initially, there were various symbols representing subtraction, but the current form was established in 16th-century Europe. Mathematicians adopted it to make calculations easier.
In today's digital environment, it has evolved into an icon indicating 'removal,' 'deletion,' or 'decrease.' It's frequently used in mobile apps to reduce volume or brightness, and on social media, it's also used to express negative situations or emotions.