mini-

prefix — 2 senses

mini-

prefix

/ˈmɪn.i/

Etymology Shortened from miniature, ultimately from Latin minium (“red lead”). Influenced by similarity to minimum and minus.

1

Diminutive, Morpheme Smaller version of an item than usual.

2

Diminutive, Morpheme, Of skirts and dresses With the hemline well above the knee.

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