The term 'MINOR' is often used in comparison to the term 'MAJOR'. A MINOR is usually considered to be less important or of lesser significance than a MAJOR. In terms of academic qualifications, a MINOR is a secondary field of study that is taken in addition to a MAJOR. It is typically less comprehensive than a MAJOR and requires fewer courses. In legal contexts, a MINOR is someone who is under the age of majority, which is usually 18 years old.