de minimis
The term "de minimis" is derived from Latin and is commonly used to describe matters that are too minor to be considered significant.
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Definition
C1Law
(technical, formal)A principle that dismisses a legal claim or issue if the involved amount or harm is trivial.
Example
- The court ruled the damage as de minimis and dismissed the case.
- The fine was considered de minimis and not pursued further.
B2General
(formal)Describing something too minor or insignificant to be considered.
Example
- The error was so de minimis that it didn't affect the final outcome.
- The difference in price was de minimis and went unnoticed.