What does "plus" mean?

1. (mathematical addition) used to show that two numbers or amounts are being added together. 2. (and also) used to add more information or another item to a list. 3. (an advantage) a good thing or an advantage that something has. 4. (the symbol) the symbol (+) used in math to show addition. 5. (positive value) describing a number that is more than zero, or a quality that is good. 6. (or more) used after a number to show that the actual amount is more than that.

How do you use "plus"?

Always placed immediately after the number it modifies.

plus

prep. · conj. · n. · adj.

US //ˈpɫəs// UK //plˈʌs// plus

1 mathematical addition (prep.)
A2 Elementary Math

used to show that two numbers or amounts are being added together.

used as a mathematical operator to indicate the addition of two quantities.

Example

Two plus two equals four.

Example

The total cost of the renovation will be the base price plus the cost of materials and labor.
- and
- added to
- minus
2 and also (conj.)
B1 Intermediate Informal

used to add more information or another item to a list.

used to introduce an additional fact or consideration; functions similarly to 'furthermore' or 'and also'.

Example

The hotel was very clean, plus it was right next to the beach.

Example

The candidate has extensive experience in the field, plus she speaks three languages fluently, making her the ideal choice for the role.

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3 an advantage (n.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

a good thing or an advantage that something has.

an advantage, asset, or positive factor in a given situation.

Example

Knowing how to drive is a big plus when you are looking for a job.

Example

The apartment's central location is a major plus, though the high rent remains a significant deterrent for many potential tenants.
4 the symbol (n.)
B1 Intermediate Math

the symbol (+) used in math to show addition.

the character or sign (+) representing addition or a positive quantity.

Example

You need to put a plus between those two numbers.

Example

The student accidentally wrote a minus instead of a plus, which caused the entire calculation to be incorrect.
- plus sign
- minus sign
5 positive value (adj.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

describing a number that is more than zero, or a quality that is good.

denoting a quantity greater than zero or a quality involving an advantage.

Example

The company reported a plus factor in their yearly earnings.

Example

On the plus side, the new software has significantly reduced the time required for data entry.
- positive
- beneficial
- minus
- negative
6 or more (adj.)
B1 Intermediate Informal

used after a number to show that the actual amount is more than that.

placed after a number or quantity to indicate that the actual value is at least that much or higher.

Example

There were 50 plus people at the party last night.

Example

The project is expected to take sixty plus days to complete, depending on the availability of the specialized equipment.

Usage

Always placed immediately after the number it modifies.
- upwards
- and more

Origin

Borrowed from Latin plūs (“more”).