Minus symbol

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Symbol: -
Meaning: minus

This symbol may be difficult for someone to see. Write it out if it might be unclear or get "lost" in the text. Write out minus to indicate below zero temperatures.

The reported indicator was -25.
OR
The reported indicator was minus 25.

The sample was frozen to minus 20 degrees.
NOT
The sample was frozen to -20 degrees.