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Abbreviation(s) and Synonym(s):

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Definition(s):

The minimum ofx and y. For example, if x < y, then min(x, y) = x.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-107 Rev. 1

The minimum of x and y; min(x, y) = x if x < y, and min(x, y) = y otherwise.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-133 Rev.1 [Superseded]

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