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minimax

min·i·max [ mínnə màks ]


noun 
Definition:
 
lowest maximum: the lowest of a set of maximum values



adjective 
Definition:
 
designed to minimize loss: describes options or strategies designed to minimize the risk of sustaining maximum loss in any situation that involves conflict or competition

[Mid-20th century. <minimum + maximum]
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