minimum
UK: ˈmɪnɪməm | US: ˈmɪnɪməm
n. the least or smallest amount or quantity possible, attainable, or required
adj. of, relating to, or constituting a minimum
The word "minimum" originates from Latin minimum, the neuter form of minimus (meaning "smallest" or "least"). The root minim derives from minor (comparative of parvus, "small"), reflecting the concept of reduction or minimality. The suffix -um is a Latin neuter ending, often used in nouns. Over time, "minimum" was adopted into Middle English via Old French, retaining its core meaning of the smallest possible quantity or degree.
The minimum age for voting is 18 in most countries.
She completed the project with the minimum amount of resources.
The temperature dropped to the minimum recorded this winter.
Employers must pay workers at least the minimum wage.
Try to keep interruptions to a minimum during the meeting.