max

(maks)

noun, adjective

maximum

intransitive verb

to reach the maximum, or limit: usually with

maximum

noun

a masculine name: fem. Maxine

See max in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
The maximum: The car can seat five adults, but that's the max.
adjective
Maximal.
adverb
Maximally: We'll pay $250 max.
intransitive verb maxed, max·ing, max·es
  1. To reach one's limit, as of endurance or capability: The weightlifter maxed out at 180 kilograms.
  2. To reach a point from which no additional growth, improvement, or benefit is possible: The salary for this position maxes at $45,000.

abbreviation
maximum

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