How to Pronounce "make mincemeat of"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈmɪnsˌmit/ /ˈəv
MAYK MINSS-meet uhv
mˈeɪk/ /mˈɪnsɪmˌiːt/ /ˈɒv
MAYK MINSS-meet ov
Definition
To defeat someone very thoroughly or easily, especially in an argument, competition, or fight. It means to totally overpower someone or something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈmɪnsˌmit/ /ˈəv
British English
mˈeɪk/ /mˈɪnsɪmˌiːt/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK MINSS-meet uhv
UK
MAYK MINSS-meet ov
Listen in Context
He made mincemeat of his opponent in the debate.
Our team made mincemeat of theirs in the match.
The chess champion made mincemeat of his challenger.
Wow, she made mincemeat of that final exam—she finished an hour early!