miniem

Minniem is a term used in various contexts but lacks a single formal definition in English-language sources. In Dutch, miniem is an adjective meaning extremely small or microscopic, used both in everyday language and in technical expressions to emphasize small size. In science and engineering literature, the term often appears as part of miniemulsion, a nanoscale emulsion in which droplets typically range from about 50 to 500 nanometers. Miniemulsions are produced by high-shear reactors or sonication and stabilized by surfactants and sometimes polymers; they are used in nanoparticle synthesis, polymer chemistry, and materials science. Some writers use miniem or miniemulsion as shorthand in informal notes or lectures, though this is not standard nomenclature.

In other domains, miniem may occur as a brand name or in regional and bilingual texts where loaned terms arise. Because the term is not standardized, its meaning is determined by context, and readers should refer to the exact source for precise definition.