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miniver

Syllabification: (min·i·ver)
Pronunciation: /ˈminəvər/

Definition of miniver

noun

  • plain white fur used for lining or trimming clothes.

Origin:

Middle English: from Old French menu vair 'little vair', from menu 'little' + vair 'squirrel fur' (see vair)

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