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minion1 definition

min·ion (min′yən)

noun

  1. a favorite, esp. one who is a fawning, servile follower: term of contempt
  2. a subordinate official, deputy, or the like
  3. Obsolete a mistress or paramour

Etymology: Fr mignon, favorite, darling: see mignon

adjective

Rare delicate, dainty, etc.
minion2 definition

min·ion (min′yən)

noun

minyan

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