单词 | mince |
释义 | mince From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English Cookingmincemince1 /mɪns/ verb1 [transitive] (also mince something ↔ up)DFC to cut food, especially meat, into very small pieces, usually using a machine minced lamb Mince the meat up with some onion and garlic.2 [intransitive always + adverb/preposition]WALK to walk with very quick, short steps in a way that looks unnatural or silly She was mincing about in her high-heeled shoes.3 → not mince (your) words→ See Verb tableExamples from the Corpusmince• Mince the garlic and add to the onion.• Mince the meat and mix in the remaining ingredients. Foodmincemince2 noun [uncountable] British EnglishDFmeat, especially beef, that has been cut into very small pieces using a special machine SYN ground beef American EnglishExamples from the Corpusmince• Add the mince and fry until browned. 2.• Transfer mince to a small warmed ovenproof casserole dish.• Add to stews or mix with mince for spicy burgers.Origin mince (1300-1400) Old French mincier, from Latin minutia “smallness”; → MINUTIAE |
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