"bare minimum" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} bare minimum
  1. The smallest possible quantity or the least fulfilling, but still adequate, condition that is required, acceptable, or suitable for some purpose. Categories (topical): Directives Synonyms: modicum Derived forms: bare minimum Monday

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