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miniature

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/miniɐˈtuɾɐ/mi·ni·a·tu·ra

Definition

1

A very small and detailed model or portrait; a small-scale representation of something.

Usage examples

She paints exquisite miniatures on ivory.
The garden was a miniature version of the palace grounds.

Common combinations

miniature modelminiature paintingcollection of miniaturesminiature world

Idiomatic expressions

  • In miniature (on a very small scale).