noun
Uncommon
minnie
Minnie (noun) means an informal word for mother or mum. Example: “He still calls his mother "Minnie.”
noun
1
An informal word for mother or mum.
"He still calls his mother "Minnie.""
2
A slang term for a small trench mortar (military).
"The trenches came under fire from a minnie."
How to use minnie
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn old-fashioned or affectionate word for "mum."
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Word forms
- Plural
- minnies
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Etymology
Likely a variant of "mammy," and possibly related to "mummy."
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What does “minnie” mean?
The word “minnie” means an informal word for mother or mum. In plain terms, an old-fashioned or affectionate word for "mum.".
How do you use “minnie” in a sentence?
Here is “minnie” used in a sentence: “He still calls his mother "Minnie.".”
What part of speech is “minnie”?
“Minnie” is a noun.
Is “minnie” a common word?
“Minnie” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “minnie” have?
“Minnie” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an informal word for mother or mum.
