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minim


min·im

noun \ˈmi-nəm\

Definition of MINIM

1
: half note
2
: something very minute
3
— see weight table
— minim adjective
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Origin of MINIM

Latin minimus least
First Known Use: 15th century

Other Music Terms

cacophony, chorister, concerto, counterpoint, madrigal, obbligato, presto, presto, refrain, riff, segue

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