Advertisement

Advertisement

ministate

or min·i-state

[ min-ee-steyt ]

noun

  1. a small, independent nation.


Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of ministate1

First recorded in 1965–70; mini- + state

Advertisement

Word of the Day

inveterate

[in-vet-er-it ]

Meaning and examples

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement


miniskirtminister