mini

noun

\ˈmi-nē

plural minis

Definition of mini

(Entry 1 of 3)

: something small of its kind: such as

a : minicar

b : miniskirt

c : minicomputer

mini

adjective

Definition of mini (Entry 2 of 3)

1 : small in relation to others of the same kind

2 : of short length or duration : brief

mini-

combining form

Definition of mini- (Entry 3 of 3)

: smaller or briefer than usual, normal, or standard minicourse minibus

Examples of mini in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

Not mini, massive conglomerates of semi overlapping ... — Recode Staff, Recode, "Full transcript: Box CEO Aaron Levie on Recode Decode," 11 July 2018 The band then played a tight, powerhouse mini-set underneath a disco ball on the rounded stage at the opposite end of the room. — Dan Deluca, Philly.com, "U2 keeps the faith with spectacularly staged 'Experience + Innocence' show at the Wells Fargo Center," 14 June 2018 By the end of two weeks, Tena and a group of teammates were programming a mini-autonomous car. — Lauren Smiley, The Atlantic, "The Future of AI Depends on High-School Girls," 23 May 2018 Connecticut is, in other words, its own mini-pro GOP environment in a sea of Democrats doing well nationally. — Harry Enten, CNN, "5 reasons Republicans could defeat an embattled Democrat in liberal New England," 31 Mar. 2018 Adam Jones is enduring a mini-slump his past five games, batting .143 with two of his three hits during that stretch being doubles. — Josh Land, baltimoresun.com, "Orioles on deck: Pregame roster move, plus what to watch Saturday vs. Rangers and more," 14 July 2018 The splurge: The couple spent more than triple their original wedding ring budget. Honeymooning The groom’s parents surprised Ben and Moriah with a mini-moon in Stockton, N.J. — Philly.com, "Philadelphia weddings: Moriah Benjoseph and Ben Nassau," 13 July 2018 That program helped more than 175 homeowners transform their landscapes into climate-appropriate mini-watersheds that not only save water, but achieve additional benefits such as reducing storm water runoff and lessening green waste. — Pomerado News, "Water agencies increase incentives to replace turf," 13 July 2018 On Wednesday, Apakorn met with experts from Elon Musk’s SpaceX team who had donated a mini-submarine for the rescue effort. — Casey Quackenbush, Time, "After a Successful Cave Rescue, Thailand's Navy SEALs Will Add Cave-Diving to Their Training," 13 July 2018

Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective

Scientists have already grown mini human organs, known as organoids, in the lab. — Laura Geggel /, NBC News, "Why tiny Neanderthal brains are now growing in petri dishes," 27 June 2018 Kids’ Plate options come with your choice of fries or applesauce: Steakburger, mini corn dogs, Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, grilled cheese or chicken fingers. — Melissa Reinert, Cincinnati.com, "Steak 'N Shake: Kids eat free every weekend this summer," 10 July 2018 The practice has netted millions of dollars over the years and spawned a mini literary genre that regularly fills up reporters’ in boxes: the news release touting a monetary recovery from another shady, discredited company’s business practice. — Greg Moran, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Appeals court ruling could affect DA-driven consumer lawsuits," 6 July 2018 As a thank you to these volunteers, the Morrison Chiropractic practice offered free mini chiropractic sessions to any folks who had volunteered with the restoration effort. — Lisa Peklo, Howard County Times, "Artist captures local landmarks in paintings [West Friendship]," 28 June 2018 In the meantime, a few are left in the mini size for $39.99 with free shipping on Amazon. — Lyndsey Matthews, Cosmopolitan, "This Leotard Will Apparently Fix Your Dog’s Anxiety," 28 Feb. 2018 With the teams trading baskets — and leads — DiVincenzo reeled off seven quick points, punctuating the mini-run with a dunk. — Nancy Armour, USA TODAY, "Donte DiVincenzo's big night fires up Villanova on way to national title," 2 Apr. 2018 But the Gators fought right back with a mini run of their own to retake the lead at 43-40. — William Wilkerson, star-telegram, "How sweet it is: Red Raiders heading to Sweet 16 after victory over Florida in home-like atmosphere | Fort Worth Star-Telegram," 17 Mar. 2018 That led to a mini-run, and the Spartans held on from there. — Shawn Windsor, Detroit Free Press, "3 takeaways: MSU's Miles Bridges finds a way despite rough outing," 25 Feb. 2018

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