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mincing

UK/'minsiŋ/US
TOEFLB2

Definitions

adj.

Affectedly dainty or refined in speech or movement

装腔作势的;矫揉造作的

n.

The act of chopping something finely; affected dainty speech or movement

切碎;矫揉造作的举止

Root Breakdown

Native English
mincingother
=mincing

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Her mincing steps and affected manner annoyed the audience during the performance.

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