English dictionary
mince
/m/I/ns/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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food chopped into small bits
ExamplesA mince of mushrooms.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A short, precise step; an affected manner.
Source: webster1913
verb
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make less severe or harsh
Source: WordNet 3.0
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walk daintily
ExamplesShe minced down the street.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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cut into small pieces
ExamplesMince the garlic.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To cut into very small pieces; to chop fine; to hash; as, to <i>mince</i> meat.
Source: webster1913
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To walk with short steps; to walk in a prim, affected manner.
Source: webster1913