minim

US /ˈmɪn.ɪm/
UK /ˈmɪn.ɪm/
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1.

a musical note lasting half a semibreve or two crotchets, represented by a white oval with a stem

:
The melody features several minims, giving it a flowing rhythm.
Each minim in the score represents two beats.
2.

a unit of liquid measure, equal to 1/60 of a fluid dram or about one drop

:
The pharmacist carefully measured out a few minims of the potent liquid.
For precise dosing, the medicine is dispensed in minims.
3.

a very small amount; a trace

:
There was only a minim of hope left.
He showed not a minim of remorse for his actions.