Definitions for gamineˈgæm in, -ɪn, gæˈmin
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
gam•ineˈgæm in, -ɪn, gæˈmin(n.)
a neglected girl left to run about the streets.
Category: Common Vocabulary
a diminutive girl, esp. one who is pert.
(adj.)of or like a gamine.
Category: Common Vocabulary
Origin of gamine:
1895–1900; < F; fem. of gamin
Wiktionary
gamine(Noun)
a female street urchin
gamine(Noun)
a mischievous, playful, elfish, pert girl or young woman
gamine(Adjective)
(of a girl) having a boyish, mischievous charm; tomboyish.
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