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Minionette

Minˊion-ette′

,
Adj.
Small; delicate.
[Obs.]
“His minionette face.”
Walpole.

Min′ion-ette

,
Noun.
(Print.)
A size of type between nonpareil and minion; – used in ornamental borders, etc.

Definition 2024


minionette

minionette

English

Noun

minionette (plural minionettes)

  1. (plants) Alternative form of mignonette
  2. (uncountable, US printing, typography, dated) A size of type between nonpareil and minion, standardized as 6½-point.

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Adjective

minionette (comparative more minionette, superlative most minionette)

  1. Small; delicate.
    • Walpole
      His minionette face.

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