minuscule

English

/ˈmɪ.nəˌskjuːl/, /ˈmɪ.nəˌskjul/

noun
Definitions
  • A lowercase letter.
  • Either of the two medieval handwriting styles minuscule cursive and Caroline minuscule.
  • A letter in these styles.

Etymology

Derived from French minuscule derived from Latin minuscula.

Origin

Latin

minuscula

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