subminimum

[ suhb-min-uh-muhm ]

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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of subminimum¹

sub- + minimum

Example Sentences

A lot has been said this election cycle regarding Initiative 82, which would pay tipped workers the full minimum wage plus tips on top and eliminate the subminimum wage for us.

From Washington Blade