Possible Definitions:
1. Miniature (v.) Originally, a painting in colors such as those in mediaeval manuscripts; in modern times, any very small painting, especially a portrait.
2. Miniature (v.) Greatly diminished size or form; reduced scale.
3. Miniature (v.) Lettering in red; rubric distinction.
4. Miniature (v.) A particular feature or trait.
5. Miniature (a.) Being on a small; much reduced from the reality; as, a miniature copy.
6. Miniature (v. t.) To represent or depict in a small compass, or on a small scale.