minims

[ˈmɪnɪmz]

minims Definition

• 1. a unit of liquid measure equal to one sixtieth of a fluid dram or about one drop
• 2. a musical note having the time value of half a semibreve or two crotchets, represented by a ring with a stem

Using minims: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "minims" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The medicine should be taken in minims.

• Example

  The composition has a lot of minims and semibreves.

• Example

  The minims in this piece are played staccato.

minims Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for minims

• drop
• particle
• speck
• note
• tone

Phrases with minims

• in the smallest minims

  in the smallest possible quantities

  Example

  Add the vinegar in the smallest minims to avoid overpowering the dish.

• make the minims

  to take the smallest amount of something

  Example

  I'm trying to lose weight, so I'll make the minims when it comes to snacking.

• minim rest

  a rest in music that lasts for the same duration as a minim note

  Example

  The conductor signaled for a minim rest before the orchestra continued playing.

Origins of minims

from Latin 'minima', meaning 'smallest'

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Summary: minims in Brief

The term 'minims' [ˈmɪnɪmz] refers to two different things. It can mean a unit of liquid measure equal to one sixtieth of a fluid dram or about one drop, or a musical note having the time value of half a semibreve or two crotchets, represented by a ring with a stem. Examples include 'The medicine should be taken in minims.' and 'The composition has a lot of minims and semibreves.' Phrases include 'in the smallest minims,' meaning in the smallest possible quantities.