kleinstmögliche

kleinstmögliche is a German adjective meaning "smallest possible." It is a superlative form derived from the adjective klein (small). The word is formed by combining "kleinst" (smallest) with the suffix "-mögliche" (possible), indicating the absolute minimum or the least achievable amount, size, or degree of something.

This term is often used in contexts requiring a precise specification of a lower bound. For example, in engineering, it might refer to the kleinstmögliche Toleranz (smallest possible tolerance) in a manufacturing process. In economics, it could describe the kleinstmögliche Preis (smallest possible price) at which a product can be sold. In everyday language, it can be used to express an extreme degree of limitation, such as needing the kleinstmögliche Menge an Schlaf (smallest possible amount of sleep) to function. The grammatical structure emphasizes the absolute limit or minimum.