adjective, noun
adjective [onlybeforenoun] (abbreviation max) as large, fast, etc. as is possible, or the most that is possible or allowed:
the maximum speed / temperature / volume * For maximum effect do the exercises every day. * a maximum security prison * The offence carries a maximum prison sentence of ten years.
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noun [usuallysing.] (plural maxima ) (abbreviation max) the greatest amount, size, speed, etc. that is possible, recorded or allowed:
a maximum of 30 children in a class * The job will require you to use all your skills to the maximum. * The July maximum (= the highest temperature recorded in July) was 30ｰC * What is the absolute maximum you can afford to pay?
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This is a English–English dictionary entry.
Sourced from Main Dictionary in Lughet's collection.
This word also appears under other sources in Lughet's collection — see the list below.
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