Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-miniature
Adverb
/ɪnˈmɪnəˌtʃʊr/
Definition
Represented on a smaller scale or size; a small version of something that captures its essence.
Examples
- The model train set was built in-miniature, mimicking the real train station.
- She painted the landscapes in-miniature, capturing the detail of the larger scenes.
- His collection of in-miniature sculptures amazed all the visitors.
Meaning
The term refers to objects or representations that are significantly smaller than the original, often used in art, models, or design.
Synonyms
- small-scale
- miniature
- tiny
