1. The smallest possible increase or development in size, quantity, or value; growth that is barely noticeable or at the lowest acceptable level
The company experienced minimal growth in the third quarter due to market challenges.
A empresa experimentou um crescimento mínimo no terceiro trimestre devido aos desafios do mercado.
2. In biological contexts, the slowest rate of cell or organism development under given conditions
The bacterial culture showed minimal growth at low temperatures.
A cultura bacteriana mostrou um crescimento mínimo em temperaturas baixas.