Definition of Mincing

dainty and refined, especially in the way that one walks

Examples of Mincing in a sentence

The woman spoke to her precious pup in a sweet and mincing voice.  🔊

As they stepped onto the ballroom floor, the dainty young women took mincing steps.  🔊

Mincing in the way that she walks, the secretary likes to attract the attention of everyone in the office.  🔊

The ballerina took mincing steps on her tip-toes as she moved across the stage.  🔊

Being careful not to fall off the ledge, the painter took mincing steps as he touched up the third story building.  🔊

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