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 Comparative for lesser in importance, seriousness, or significance 
      “The changing economic and business environment is not merely a minor matter for corporate specialists.” 
  
Comparative for not as great or important as the other or the rest 
      “Chesnutt may be regarded at present only as a minor writer in the annals of American literature.” 
  
Comparative for lower in rank or status 
      “It is true that Dubois was only a minor official and was never promoted.” 
  
Comparative for serving a subsidiary or ancillary role 
      “Pratt then landed a minor role in the film Bride Wars, which received overwhelmingly negative reviews.” 
  
(following a surname) Comparative for indicating the younger of two siblings 
      “Smith minor wasn't quite seven then, and had only just been sent to school.” 
  
Comparative for having a valid reason 
Comparative for not important or well known 
Comparative for below the usual or expected size 
Comparative for not essential or necessary for a given task or purpose 
Comparative for for, or denoting, young or younger people 
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