mini

1 of 3

noun

ˈmi-nē 

plural minis

: something small of its kind: such as

a

: minicar

b

: miniskirt

c

: minicomputer

mini

2 of 3

adjective

1

: small in relation to others of the same kind

2

: of short length or duration : brief

mini-

3 of 3

combining form

: smaller or briefer than usual, normal, or standard

minicourse

minibus

Examples of mini in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

This burgundy tweed mini dress is ideal for the holiday season, and the matching Valentina jacket makes for a great set. —Sarah Boyd, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024

The Acres, a venue that offers a driving range and mini golf on Reading Road, created the installation as part of their goal to expand their offerings. —Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 29 Nov. 2024

Adjective

The cute mini leather wallet is big enough to hold keys, cards, cash, and a driver’s license. —Toni Sutton, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024

The kitchen includes both hot and cold water pipeline hookups, a full-size sink, and several cabinets to store cookware sets, small appliances like personal blenders or mini slow cookers, dishware, and more. —Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Noun

mini-

Combining form

miniature

First Known Use

Noun

1960, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1963, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing mini

• mini-mart
• mini pill
• mini-stroke

Kids Definition

mini

1 of 2 noun

ˈmin-ē

: something small of its kind: as

a

: miniskirt

b

: minicomputer

mini-

2 of 2 combining form

: very small or short : miniature

minibike

miniskirt

Etymology

Combining form

derived by shortening from miniature