mini

1 of 3

noun

plural minis
: something small of its kind: such as
a
b

mini

2 of 3

adjective

1
: small in relation to others of the same kind
2
: of short length or duration : brief

mini-

3 of 3

combining form

: smaller or briefer than usual, normal, or standard
minicourse
minibus

Examples of mini in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
Months after the Stanley Cup craze drew frenzied crowds and ransacked shelves at stores across the country, shoppers have found another product to fixate on: the new Trader Joe’s mini tote. Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 8 Mar. 2024 With more than 50 new soccer mini pitches scheduled to be built by 2026, the Just Ball League focuses on the physical, emotional and social growth of children. Juliette Fabien, Miami Herald, 7 Mar. 2024 Farina will serve wild mushroom and black truffle risotto along with beef ragu, vegan and vegetarian mini lasagnas. Kathy A. McDonald, Variety, 6 Mar. 2024 Completing the ensemble was a black leather belt, a pair of black leather point-toe boots and a classic brown Louis Vuitton mini monogram shoulder bag adorned with a gold chain strap. Alex Kessler, Vogue, 5 Mar. 2024 The Suicide Squad star turned heads in a black Schiaparelli Couture mini dress accented by a voluminous bright pink shoulder detail that transformed into a dramatic train. Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 26 Feb. 2024 Sydney’s also sells 5-inch mini pies and the mix-and-match four packs of minis will liven up any event. Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 18 Feb. 2024 The refreshed Pixar Place Hotel officially reopened late last month with three new eateries, a gift shop and a rooftop mini water park after a two-year makeover of the Paradise Pier Hotel. Brady MacDonald, Orange County Register, 15 Feb. 2024 The singer, 24, rocked a sleeveless black mini dress and coordinating knee-high boots, carrying a black leather jacket and bag. Jen Juneau, Peoplemag, 13 Feb. 2024
Adjective
With everyone in their best cocktail attire, Robbie in a ‘60s-esque mini number derived from the Spring 2024 Versace collection by Donatella (who, despite hosting her own party elsewhere, made an appearance), the room was abuzz. Jamila Stewart, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2024 Like other brands, Trader Joe’s mini tote is the perfect storm of exclusive and utilitarian-chic. Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 8 Mar. 2024 The instructions are easy: Simply slice a croissant in half, add two to three mini scoops of cookie dough onto the bottom half and then smooth it all in a thin layer with a knife. Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 8 Mar. 2024 Tip: Some cast-iron skillets come with a matching lid, which is useful for making the skillet operate a bit like a mini stovetop oven, cooking evenly and basting the food with flavor and steam. Emily Weinstein, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2024 Inside, the mini Béis weekender has a large zippered pocket and two small slip pockets, which are ideal for protecting your more valuable items while also providing easy access to others. Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 1 Mar. 2024 Each episode will feel like a mini film delivering epic action sequences. John Hopewell, Variety, 27 Feb. 2024 Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, and Emily Blunt had a mini The Devil Wears Prada reunion at the 2024 SAG Awards on Sunday night, and the movie references were everywhere. Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 27 Feb. 2024 Create Mini Case Studies One best practice is to create mini case studies outlining wins, challenges and reflections on what could have been done differently. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Noun

mini-

Combining form

miniature

First Known Use

Noun

1960, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1963, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of mini was in 1960

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Cite this Entry

“Mini.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mini. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

mini

1 of 2 noun
ˈmin-ē
: something small of its kind: as
a

mini-

2 of 2 combining form
: very small or short : miniature
minibike
miniskirt
Etymology

Combining form

derived by shortening from miniature

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