de minimis

de min·i·mis

adjective

Of little importance; insignificant.

Origin of de minimis

From Latin dē minimīs (nōn cūrat lēx) (the law does not concern itself) with trifling matters dē of, about minimīs ablative pl. of minimum smallest (thing), least (thing) neuter of minimus smallest, least ; see minimum .

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Adjective

Concerning things that are so minor as to be negligible, trivial or trifling. Often used to describe exemptions in government rules and regulations.
The tax is not payable on amounts below the de minimis limit of Â£100 per year.
The de minimis rules on import duty mean that alcohol for personal consumption is exempt from any charge.
(law) Beneath judicial notice.

Origin

From Latin, de + minimis, ablative of minimus (“smallest, least")

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