mincing Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: M IH1 N S IH0 NG
What Does Mincing Mean?
As a verb, mincing means present participle and gerund of mince. As an adjective, it means Affectedly dainty. As a noun, it means The act by which something is minced.
Quick Facts About Mincing
| Part of speech | verb, adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | refined, dainty and prim |
| Plural | mincings |
| Comparative / superlative | more mincing, most mincing |
Mincing Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of mince
Mincing as an Adjective
- Affectedly dainty.
Mincing as a Noun
- The act by which something is minced.
- Affected dainty speech or movement.
Synonyms of Mincing
Mincing synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Mincing
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Mincing in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
mincing
mincing (comparative more mincing, superlative most mincing)
mincing (countable and uncountable, plural mincings)
Words That Rhyme With Mincing
Frequently Asked Questions About Mincing
Is mincing a verb or an adjective?
Mincing is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective and a noun.
What is another word for mincing?
Words with a similar meaning to mincing include refined, dainty and prim. See the full list of mincing synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of mincing?
The plural of mincing is mincings.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of mincing?
The comparative form is more mincing and the superlative form is most mincing.