minim
US /ˈmɪn.ɪm/
UK /ˈmɪn.ɪm/

1.
a musical note lasting half a semibreve or two crotchets, represented by a white oval with a stem
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The melody features several minims, giving it a flowing rhythm.
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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
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The pharmacist carefully measured out a few minims of the potent liquid.
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For precise dosing, the medicine is dispensed in minims.