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minette

[ mi-net ]

noun

, Petrology.
  1. a syenitic lamprophyre composed chiefly of orthoclase and biotite.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of minette1

1875–80; < German < French; mine 2, -ette
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Example Sentences

Mother Minette saved us for pickle, but we fooled her and slipped out of the storeroom when she was not looking.

Minette was considered the best model in Paris, and M. Goudé had the merit of having discovered her.

The next day Minette Dufaure appeared at the studio and had ever since sat for all the female figures required.

God forbid that he should ever spoil his life by such a hideous mistake as marrying Minette.

He is not amusing, this American, and though Minette may like being adored, she likes being amused also.

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