Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
minutes
Noun
/ˈmɪnɪts/
Definition
The plural noun representing a unit of time equal to sixty seconds, or a written record of the proceedings at a meeting.
Examples
- We waited for twenty minutes before the bus arrived.
- The minutes of the meeting were distributed to all attendees.
- It only takes a few minutes to complete the task.
Meaning
In terms of time, minutes are used to measure duration. As a record, minutes refer to a summary or notes taken during a meeting, detailing the discussions and decisions made.
Synonyms
- Time (for the time-related meaning)
- Record (for the meeting-related meaning)
- Notes
