minikin
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min·i·kin

noun \ˈmi-ni-kən\

Definition of MINIKIN

: a small or dainty creature
minikin adjective

Origin of MINIKIN

obsolete Dutch minneken darling, ultimately from Middle Dutch minne love, beloved; akin to Old English gemynd mind, memory — more at mind
First Known Use: 1761

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