To cut or chop into very small pieces. verb
She minced the garlic before adding it to the sauce.
The recipe calls for minced onions.
To walk with short, quick steps in a dainty or affected manner. verb
He minced across the room, trying to avoid the puddles.
The cat minced around the furniture, careful not to disturb anything.
To speak in an affected or overly delicate way, often to avoid being direct or blunt. verb
She didn't mince her words when she told him what she thought of his behavior.
The politician was known for mincing his words during interviews.
A mixture of finely chopped ingredients, often meat, used in cooking. noun
The shepherd's pie was topped with a layer of mashed potatoes over a base of mince.
For the filling, you will need to prepare a mince of beef and vegetables.