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Vinony

minimap

noun

  1. a small map, typically in a video game
  2. a simple map of landmarks
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈmɪ.ni.mæp/

noun

Etymology: From mini- + map; (simple map of landmarks): introduced by Siegel and White (1975).

  1. A simple map connecting a small number of nearby landmarks.
  2. A small on-screen map to aid players in orienting themselves within the game.