minikin

Definition of minikinnext

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for minikin
Adjective
  • Designed to run 200 billion parameter models locally, Halo comes with 128GB of unified memory, up to 60 TFLOPS of graphics performance delivered in a mini-PC footprint and will be available in Q2 2026.
    Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
  • The mini-flying probe will utilize active shock-absorption technology to safely land on slopes.
    Leonard David, Space.com, 6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Satsuma semi-dwarf trees (Citrus unshiu) are ideal for container gardening due to their compact size and high fruit production.
    SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 2 Jan. 2026
  • Recently, the Hubble Space Telescope captured an image of a dwarf galaxy in the constellation Ursa Major.
    Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 31 Dec. 2025
Adjective
  • That effort also brought back the rare frosted elfin butterfly for the first time in decades.
    Diana Stralberg, The Conversation, 17 Dec. 2025
  • Belying the heavy set of his frame, TR’s bodily extremities were by contrast a shade off—evident in elfin ears and tiny feet.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Dec. 2025
Adjective
  • Now the towering ceiling of their new Hollywood soundstage was making even the 36-inch set piece feel diminutive.
    Julia Black, Vanity Fair, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Andrews left the more creative, diminutive Mikkel Damsgaard on the bench.
    Liam Tharme, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Go in a smallish group, belly up to the bar to put your name in, then order a strong drink if there's a wait.
    Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
  • Hagens slipped down the board, but the B’s jumped at the chance to nab the smallish, but highly-skilled centerman.
    Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 25 Dec. 2025
Adjective
  • Each eye uses a full HD micro-OLED panel with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, supplied by Sony.
    Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
  • Directed and written by Scott Cooper based on a book by Warren Zanes, the micro-biopic chronicles the making of Bruce Springsteen’s 1982 acoustic album Nebraska.
    Robert Lang, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Head to Amazon now to shop even more petite-friendly comfy pants, and keep scrolling to check out the rest of my favorite picks.
    Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Up the charm factor with a petite polka dot, which makes for a fun design detail without being twee or dated.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Large clutches, like those at Bottega Veneta and Chanel, and comfortable shoulder bags like the Miu Miu multi-pocket bag, also featured.
    Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
  • Built with water-resistant polyester, this spacious duffel has a dedicated shoe compartment, an end pocket for wet or dirty clothes, a multi-pocket compression panel for organization, and an interior divider curtain that can be removed to hold bulky clothes or outdoor gear.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2025
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“Minikin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minikin. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.

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