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Meaning of minimus in English:

minimus

Pronunciation /ˈmɪnɪməs/

noun

  • 1= "minim".

  • 2Anatomy Zoology
    The smallest finger or toe.

adjective

  • In certain British boys' public schools (used as postpositive): designating the youngest or (occasionally) the newest of several pupils with the same surname. Also in extended use. Abbreviated min. or mini.

Origin

Early 17th century (in an earlier sense). From classical Latin minimus smallest, least, youngest.