mi
nim
Plural
minims
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a unit of volume measurement in the United States, equivalent to approximately 0.0616 milliliters
In the United States, a minim, "min", is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in pharmacy and medicine. It is defined as 1/60th of a US fluid dram or approximately 0.0616115 milliliters. Minims are commonly used for measuring very small quantities of liquid medications or solutions, particularly in formulations where precise dosing is required.
- The recipe for the perfume called for just a single minim of the precious floral essence.
- The recipe instructed adding just one minim of vanilla extract to the cake batter for a subtle flavor.
- The chef added a minim of lemon juice to the sauce to brighten its flavor without overpowering the dish.
- In the marinade, the cook included a minim of soy sauce to enhance the umami flavor of the meat.
- The pharmacist measured out five minims of the tincture to be added to the prescription.
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a unit of volume measurement in the United Kingdom, equal to approximately 0.0591 milliliters
In the United Kingdom, a minim, "min", is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in pharmacy and medicine. It is equivalent to 1/60th of an imperial fluid dram or approximately 0.0591935 milliliters. Minims are commonly used for measuring very small quantities of liquid medications or solutions, particularly in formulations where precise dosing is required.