mince

US /mɪns/
UK /mɪns/
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1.

cut up or grind (food, especially meat) into very small pieces, typically in a mincing machine

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She decided to mince the beef for the shepherd's pie.
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The recipe calls for finely minced garlic.
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2.

walk with an affected daintiness or an exaggerated primness

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She tends to mince when she's trying to impress someone.
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The old lady minced across the room, careful not to spill her tea.
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1.

finely chopped meat, especially beef, used in dishes like shepherd's pie or meatballs

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The recipe calls for lean mince.
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We made burgers with fresh mince from the butcher.
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ground meatchopped meat
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mince pie