Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Minuscules

👉 In computational linguistics, a "minuscule" is defined as a word or phrase that contains fewer than two syllables. These are words with less than five letters in their phonetic representation and are often used to denote small or insignificant things. Examples of minuscules include "mouse," "mushroom," "mum," and "muffin."

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Slang or Profanity Explained:

"Minuscules" is a term popular among humorists and internet users who use it to describe a particular form of language that incorporates a humorous twist on the word "minus" with the letter "s". This technique involves dropping a lot of small words, often in reverse order (like "she" instead of "sheer"), leading to a nonsensical yet amusing result. For example:

Example Sentence: If you were going to call someone you met online and told them you found out they're a "minuscules," what would you call them? They might be known as "smeared," because they have "s" before the "e," making them appear smaller, even though they are clearly not. Slang or Profanity Explained: In an edgy twist on the word "minus," "minuscules" can also refer to a term that involves using a single letter to form multiple words. For example, instead of using a single letter to create words like "the" and "dog," you could say it's "stilted," meaning everything is stilted or exaggerated. Example Sentence: If someone called you a stilted minuscules in jest, what would they call you? You might get a laugh by saying, "A Stilted Minuscule, huh?" They might think you are being sarcastic.