Definition

Smaller; not so large or great; not so much; shorter; inferior; as, a less quantity or number; a horse of less size or value; in less time than before.

Other Definitions

This word also has 4 other definitions:

LESS (adverb)

Not so much; in a smaller or lower degree; as, less bright or loud; less beautiful.

LESS (conjunction)

Unless. [Obs.] B. Jonson.

LESS (noun)

1. A smaller portion or quantity. The children of Israel did so, and gathered, some more, some less. Ex. xvi. 17. 2. The inferior, younger, or smalle...

LESS (verb)

To make less; to lessen. [Obs.] Gower.