Mint

/mɪnt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A place where coins, medals, or tokens are made or produced.

The old mint in the city was turned into a museum.

A type of herb known for its aromatic leaves, often used in cooking and beverages.

I added fresh mint to the tea for extra flavor.

A source of wealth or production.

The new technology startup was a real mint for its investors.

verb

To produce coins, medals, or tokens in a mint.

The government decided to mint new coins to celebrate the anniversary.

To create or invent something, especially money or currency.

He was able to mint a new idea that changed the industry.

Middle English 'minte', from Latin 'moneta', relating to the goddess Juno Moneta, associated with the mint.

make mint

To earn a lot of money.

mint condition

In perfect or nearly perfect condition.

mint chip

A flavor often used in ice cream, consisting of mint flavor and chocolate pieces.

minted

Past tense of mint, meaning to have made or produced.

mintage

The total number of coins minted.

peppermint

A type of mint plant known for its strong flavor.

Excellent or very good.

That party was mint!

In perfect condition.

Check out my mint condition vintage shoes.