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Least

adverb

Used to form the superlative. Synonym: to the lowest degree.

adjective

The superlative of 'little' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by 'the'; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree. "He has the least talent of anyone"

noun

Something that is of no importance. "That is the least of my concerns"

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