Mini-

//ˈmɪn.i// prefix

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Definitions

Prefix
  1. 1
    Smaller version of an item than usual. diminutive, morpheme
  2. 2
    Smaller version of an item than usual.; With the hemline well above the knee. diminutive, morpheme

Synonyms

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;culeeeeletette

Etymology

Shortened from miniature, ultimately from Latin minium (“red lead”). Influenced by similarity to minimum and minus.

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