mince·meat 
/ˈmɪnsˌmi:t/ noun
/ˈmɪnsˌmi:t/ noun [noncount] 1 : meat that has been cut into very small pieces : minced meat 2 : a mixture of raisins, apples, spices, etc., that is used especially in pies
▪ mincemeat pie
▪ mincemeat pie
make mincemeat out of
informal : to destroy, ruin, or defeat (someone or something) in a very thorough and complete way
▪ Last year's champions have been making mincemeat of the competition again this year.
▪ Last year's champions have been making mincemeat of the competition again this year.
