minutes — a period of time equal to sixty seconds
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a period of time equal to sixty seconds
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɪnɪts/
Example Sentences
- I burned my toast because I was distracted for just two minutes!
- The secretary forgot to bring a pen to take minutes at the important board meeting.
- Please wait a few minutes while I finish this report.
minutes
NOUN[/ˈmɪnɪts/]
a period of time equal to sixty seconds
a chef frantically flips pancakes while glancing at an hourglass-style timer on the counter. Steam rises from the pan as golden pancakes sizzle and bubble on the surface. The timer shows sand falling steadily through the narrow opening, marking the cooking time. As each pancake cooks, the chef counts the timing carefully before flipping to avoid burning. A kitchen assistant nearby points at another timer while organizing plates for serving. The family members at the table tap their fingers impatiently as they wait. a period of time equal to sixty seconds passing during the cooking process
In the final minutes, push past limits and lift your spirits!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'minutus' meaning small or little. The noun 'minutes' developed two distinct senses: as a unit of time (one-sixtieth of an hour), representing the division of an hour into small increments, and as written records of meetings or proceedings, reflecting the practice of noting down important points in abbreviated form.
Breakdown
minutus (Latin: small, little) → minute (adjective/noun) → minutes (plural noun). The suffix '-s' marks the plural form in English.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I burned my toast because I was distracted for just two minutes!”
“The secretary forgot to bring a pen to take minutes at the important board meeting.”
“Please wait a few minutes while I finish this report.”
“The minutes from last week's meeting need to be approved.”
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