Mini vs. Maxi: What's the Difference?

Something that is distinctively smaller than other members of its type or class.

Something, such as a maxi dress, that is of maximum size or length for its kind.

A miniskirt.

Having a hemline at ankle length.

Miniature, tiny, small.

Being of the largest size in its category of items.

Abbr of miniskirt

A dress, coat or skirt having such a hemline.

(dated) minicomputer

Abbreviation of maxi boat

Abbr of miniature

Abbreviation of maxi single

A very young dancer.

Abbreviation of maxipad

Used of women's clothing; very short with hemline above the knee;

Abbr of maxicomputer

Used of women's clothing having a hemline at the ankle;