miniature applies to an exactly proportioned reproduction on a very small scale.

MINIATURE definition: 1. used to describe something that is a very small copy of an object: 2. a very small painting…. Learn more.

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MINIATURE definition: a representation or image of something on a small or reduced scale. See examples of miniature used in a sentence.

Miniature is used to describe something which is very small, especially a smaller version of something which is normally much bigger. ...miniature roses. He looked like a miniature version of his …

in miniature, of a reduced size; on a small scale: a terrarium resembling a jungle in miniature.

Fine Art the art of executing such a painting. an illumination in an illuminated manuscript or book. Idioms in miniature, in a reduced size; on a small scale: The zoo exhibition offered a jungle in miniature. adj. …

There are 18 meanings listed in OED's entry for the word miniature, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

Miniature definition: A copy or model that represents or reproduces something in a greatly reduced size.

Feb 25, 2026 · Noun miniature (plural miniatures) Greatly diminished size or form; reduced scale. A small version of something; a model of reduced scale.