1. people who are under the legal age of adulthood
Usage: plural of minor
2. secondary academic subjects of study in college
Usage: plural of minor; academic context
3. musical intervals or scales based on a pattern with a lowered third degree
Usage: plural of minor; music theory

Examples

• The theater offers discounted tickets for minors under 18.
• Minors are not allowed to purchase alcohol.
• She decided to pursue minors in both psychology and art history.
• Students can declare up to two minors along with their major.
• The pianist performed pieces in both major and minor keys.
• Many sad songs are written in minors to convey melancholy.
• The law protects minors from certain types of employment.