Minima

A term in Mensural notation referring to a note equal to that of a minim or half note.An Italian term for half note.See also [Am.] half note; [Br.] Minim; [Fr.] Blanche; [Ger.] Halbe or [Ger.] Halbenote; [It.] Minima or [It.] Bianca; [Sp.] Blanca.