mince
verb
\ ˈmin(t)s
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minced;
mincing
Definition of mince
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: to cut or chop into very small pieces
She minced the garlic.
b
: to subdivide minutely
especially
: to damage by cutting up
The director minced up the play.
2
: to utter or pronounce with affectation
minced the word in the manner of the old lady
b
: to restrain (words) within the bounds of decorum
minced no words in stating his dislike— J. T. Farrell
: to walk with short steps in a prim affected manner
The comedian minced across the stage.