miniature applies to an exactly proportioned reproduction on a very small scale.

MINIATURE definition: a representation or image of something on a small or reduced scale. See examples of miniature used in a sentence.

MINIATURE definition: 1. used to describe something that is a very small copy of an object: 2. a very small painting…. Learn more.

Miniature is used to describe something which is very small, especially a smaller version of something which is normally much bigger. ...miniature roses. He looked like a miniature …

Miniature definition: A copy or model that represents or reproduces something in a greatly reduced size.

in miniature, of a reduced size; on a small scale: a terrarium resembling a jungle in miniature.

Definition of miniature adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

miniature /ˈmɪnɪtʃə/ n a model, copy, or similar representation on a very small scale anything that is very small of its kind a very small painting, esp a portrait, showing fine detail on ivory or …

There are 18 meanings listed in OED's entry for the word miniature, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.