min·i·max (m n  -m ks )adj. Of or relating to the strategy in game theory that minimizes the maximum risk for a player. |
minimax [ˈmɪnɪˌmæks]
n
1. (Mathematics) Maths the lowest of a set of maximum values
2. (Mathematics & Measurements / Statistics) (in game theory, etc.) the procedure of choosing the strategy that least benefits the most advantaged member of a group Compare maximin
[from mini(mum) + max(imum)]
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