The correct answer is (A) To chop finely; cut into tiny bits; to cut or chop (meat, etc.) into very small pieces; to subdivide minutely. Also, to talk or behave with affected elegance.

Mince comes from Old English mynce, Old French mincier (to make small).

Examples of use:

• She minced the vegetables for the soup that she would prepare.
• He didn't mince his words when he dealt with the matter.