minor in
phrasal verb
minored in; minoring in; minors in
US
: to have (a specified second subject of study) in addition to a main subject
In college, she majored in chemistry and minored in biology.
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While a small study found that bananas may reduce flavanol absorption, experts say the impact is minor in the context of a varied, balanced diet.
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Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 5 June 2025
The class is part of the university’s minor in Game Narrative and Design.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2025
With the ruling in place, pregnant minors in Florida’s foster system find themselves in uncharted territory.
—Romy Ellenbogen, Miami Herald, 30 May 2025
Sofia DiStefano is a rising senior at UNC Charlotte majoring in communications with a concentration in media and technology, and a minor in journalism.
—Lisa Vernon Sparks, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2025
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Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 5 June 2025
The class is part of the university’s minor in Game Narrative and Design.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2025
With the ruling in place, pregnant minors in Florida’s foster system find themselves in uncharted territory.
—Romy Ellenbogen, Miami Herald, 30 May 2025
Sofia DiStefano is a rising senior at UNC Charlotte majoring in communications with a concentration in media and technology, and a minor in journalism.
—Lisa Vernon Sparks, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2025
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“Minor in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minor%20in. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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