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subminimum

American  
[suhb-min-uh-muhm] / sʌbˈmɪn ə məm /

adjective

  1. being below a minimum standard, rate, quota, etc..

    a subminimum wage for teenagers.


noun

  1. something that is below a minimum standard or rate.

Etymology

Origin of subminimum

sub- + minimum


Example Sentences

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Currently, only seven states have eliminated the subminimum wage for tipped employees: Alaska, California, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, Oregon and Washington.

From Salon ● Nov. 12, 2024

SB 62 aims to overhaul the pay model for garment workers, now largely paid subminimum wages, and introduce more accountability into the fashion supply chain.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 4, 2023

Proponents of abandoning subminimum wages say there could be advantages for employers, including less turnover, better service and higher morale.

From New York Times ● Oct. 13, 2022

That’s part of the reason why, in 1988, Washington state got rid of the subminimum wage and required laborers to be paid the same minimum wage, whether they receive tips or not, Wilson said.

From Seattle Times ● Sep. 2, 2022

Opponents say the proposal amounts to a ploy by the companies to avoid paying taxes and contains loopholes that would create a subminimum wage for drivers.

From Reuters ● Aug. 4, 2021

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