MINCE Meaning and
Definition
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Mince, as a noun, refers to finely chopped or ground meat, usually beef or lamb. It can be obtained by using a mincing machine or by manually cutting it into small, evenly-sized pieces. Mince is commonly used in cooking various dishes, such as meatballs, hamburgers, shepherd's pie, or in fillings for pastries like samosas or pies.
As a verb, mince means to cut or chop food, particularly meat, into very small pieces. This can be accomplished by using a knife or a specialized machine known as a mincer. Mincing food helps to reduce the size of the pieces, enabling them to be more easily incorporated into a recipe. Additionally, mincing can also refer to the action of dicing or finely chopping ingredients like vegetables or herbs for use in cooking.
In a broader sense, the term mince can also describe speaking or expressing oneself in an overly polite and indirect manner, choosing one's words carefully to avoid offense or confrontation. This usage typically implies a sense of affected manners or insincerity.
In summary, mince is a term that primarily refers to finely chopped or ground meat, but it can also describe the action of cutting food into small pieces and even the act of employing eloquent yet insincere language when expressing oneself.
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To cut or chop into small pieces; to walk with affected nicety; to omit a part for the purpose of suppressing the truth; to palliate; to extenuate; to speak small and imperfectly.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of MINCE
The word mince has its origins in Old French. It can be traced back to the Old French word mincier, which meant to chop into small pieces. The term mincier itself derived from the Latin word minutiare, meaning to make small. Over time, mincier evolved into the Middle English word myncen, which eventually developed into the modern English word mince.
Idioms with the word MINCE
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mince words
The idiom "mince words" means to choose words carefully or to speak in a way that is indirect or subtle in order to avoid offending others or causing controversy. It implies being cautious and delicate in expressing thoughts or opinions.
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mince (one's) words
The idiom "mince one's words" means to speak in a careful, tactful, or cautious manner, often avoiding directness or bluntness. It refers to using euphemisms or indirect language to soften the impact of one's words or to avoid offending or hurting someone's feelings.
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not mince (one's) words
The idiom "not mince one's words" means to speak frankly and directly without using euphemisms or softening the language. It refers to expressing oneself honestly and bluntly, without sugarcoating or avoiding any unpleasant or difficult truths.
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not mince (your) words
The idiom "not mince (your) words" means to speak directly and honestly, without using euphemisms or sugarcoating the message. It implies expressing thoughts or opinions directly and bluntly, even if they might be harsh or offensive to others.
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not mince words
The idiom "not mince words" means to speak directly, honestly, and bluntly without trying to soften or sugarcoat what is being said. It refers to expressing oneself in a straightforward manner without using unnecessary or tactful language.
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not mince matters
The idiom "not mince matters" means to speak bluntly and directly, without trying to soften or sugarcoat the truth or the severity of a situation. It implies being straightforward and honest, even if the truth may be unpleasant or uncomfortable for others to hear.
Similar spelling words for MINCE
- Mincks,
- minnick,
- minns,
- minnich,
- minge,
- minnix,
- MINES,
- mincey,
- minchew,
- mincy,
- minnis,
- minch,
- mimic.
Conjugate verb Mince
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