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mince
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[mɪns], (Verb)
Definitions:
- cut up or grind (food, especially meat) into very small pieces, typically in a machine with revolving blades
(e.g: use a food processor to mince the lamb)
- walk with short quick steps in an affectedly dainty manner
(e.g: there were plenty of secretaries mincing about)
Phrases:
- mince matters
- not mince words
Origin
:
late Middle English: from Old French mincier, based on Latin minutia ‘smallness’
[mɪns], (Noun)
Definitions:
- minced meat, especially beef
(e.g: stir in the mince and fry until browned)
Phrases:
- mince matters
- not mince words
Origin
:
late Middle English: from Old French mincier, based on Latin minutia ‘smallness’
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