mince
/mɪŋs/Definitions
1. verb
to cut into small pieces or to chop finely
“She began to mince the onions for the soup.”
2. noun
a small piece of minced meat, especially beef
“The mince was seasoned with salt and pepper.”
3. verb
to speak with affected or artificial language
“He began to mince his words to avoid hurting anyone’s feelings.”