minikin

noun min·i·kin \ˈmi-ni-kən\

Definition of MINIKIN

: a small or dainty creature

— minikin adjective

obsolete Dutch minneken darling, ultimately from Middle Dutch minne love, beloved; akin to Old English gemynd mind, memory — more at mind

First Known Use: 1761

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