Meaning of mince in English

1. Pronunciation

   /mɪns/

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1. Verb

   mince

   Etymology

   late Middle English: from Old French mincier, based on Latin minutia‘smallness’

   Definitions

   1. make less severe or harsh

   Examples

   • « He moderated his tone when the students burst out in tears »
2. 2. walk daintily

   Examples

   • « She minced down the street »
3. 3. cut into small pieces

   Examples

   • « mince the garlic »

4. Noun

   mince

   Definitions

   1. food chopped into small bits

   Examples

   • « a mince of mushrooms »