Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mincing
verb
/ˈmɪnsɪŋ/
Definition
Mincing refers to the act of cutting food into very small, fine pieces, typically using a knife or food processor.
Examples
- She was mincing the garlic for the sauce.
- His mincing tone made it hard to take him seriously.
- They were mincing around the kitchen, preparing for the dinner party.
Meaning
In a broader sense, mincing can also describe a way of speaking or behaving that is affected or overly refined.
Synonyms
- chopping
- dicing
- cutting
- preparing
