Meaning & Definition of word "Small"
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Small
/smɔːl/
noun:
- 1. A small person or thing.
- Example: He is the smallest in his class.
adjective:
- 1. Of a size that is less than normal or usual.
- Example: She bought a small car to navigate the city streets more easily.
- 2. Not large in amount or degree; insignificant.
- Example: He only received a small raise this year.
- 3. Lacking power, influence, or importance.
- Example: In the grand scheme of things, his problems seemed small.
Etymology
Middle English 'smale', from Old English 'smæl'; related to Dutch 'smal' and German 'schmal'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
small talk:
Casual or light conversation.
small world:
A phrase used to express surprise at an unexpected connection.
in small doses:
To consume or do something in limited amounts.
Related Words
smaller:
Comparative form of small; lesser in size.
smallness:
The quality or condition of being small.
smidgen:
A small amount.
Slang Meanings of small
Meaning: Small fry
Example Sentence: He may be small fry in the corporate world, but he's making waves.
Meaning: Small potatoes
Example Sentence: That issue is just small potatoes in the grand scheme of things.