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mini

Meaning in simple English

US /ˈmɪni/

mini means: Much smaller than the usual size.

adjective

SMALL VERSIONA2

Much smaller than the usual size.

  • We bought a mini fridge.
  • She baked mini cakes for the party.
  • Is there a mini version of this camera?

Similar words: small, miniature, tiny

Common phrases: mini fridge, mini version, mini cupcakes

noun

PERFUME BOTTLEC1

A small bottle of perfume, often sold as a sample or travel size.

  • The gift set contains three minis.
  • I keep a perfume mini in my handbag.
  • She bought a mini of her favourite fragrance.

Similar words: miniature

Common phrases: perfume mini, fragrance mini, mini of something

YOUNG DANCERC2

A very young child who takes part in dance classes or competitions.

  • Each mini wore a blue costume.
  • The minis practised their dance routine.
  • She teaches a class of minis on Saturdays.

Similar words: young dancer

Common phrases: mini dancer, mini team, talented mini

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