What does subtract mean?
subtract
Definition
To take one number or amount away from another when calculating.
Example sentences
Using that calculator, I subtracted the refund twice and ended up with the wrong total.
Using that calculator, I subtracted the refund twice and ended up with the wrong total.
Maya recorded the refund in the ledger, but she didn't subtract it from the day's takings.
Maya recorded the refund in the ledger, but she didn't subtract it from the day's takings.