with objectMathematics. Of a function, set element, etc.: to be inferior to, or constitute the lower bound for (a mathematical entity of the same type), according to a particular criterion.
Origin
Early 17th century (in an earlier sense). From minor + -ize.
Definition of minorize in US English:
minorize
verbˈmʌɪnərʌɪz
with objectMathematics. Of a function, set element, etc.: to be inferior to, or constitute the lower bound for (a mathematical entity of the same type), according to a particular criterion.
Origin
Early 17th century (in an earlier sense). From minor + -ize.