de minimis
English edit
Etymology edit
From Latin, de + minimis, ablative of minimus (“smallest, least”); shortened form of the legal maxim de minimis non curat lex (“the law does not concern itself with trifling matters”).
Adjective edit
de minimis
- Concerning things that are so minor as to be negligible, trivial or trifling. Often used to describe exemptions in government rules and regulations.
- The tax is not payable on amounts below the de minimis limit of £100 per year.
- The de minimis rules on import duty mean that alcohol for personal consumption is exempt from any charge.
- (law) Beneath the notice of the law; so minor as not to warrant a penalty or remedy.
- The behaviour of the accused was technically assault, but the judge found it de minimis and entered an acquittal.