Meaning & Definition of word "Wee"

Wee

/wiː/

noun:

  • 1. A small amount of something; often used informally.
    • Example: Just add a wee bit of salt to the soup for flavor.
  • 2. A term sometimes used for urine, especially in a childlike context.
    • Example: The toddler needed to stop for a wee during the car ride.

adjective:

  • 1. Very small in size or amount; tiny.
    • Example: She held out a wee flower she had picked from the garden.
  • 2. Insignificant or trivial.
    • Example: He had a wee complaint about the service, but it wasn't worth mentioning.

Etymology

Scottish; possibly from Old English 'wēa' meaning small.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wee hours:

Early morning hours, typically just before sunrise.

wee ones:

Refers affectionately to young children.

wee bits:

Refers to small amounts of something.

Related Words

minuscule:

Extremely small.

tiny:

Very small in size.

diminutive:

Extremely or unusually small.

Slang Meanings of wee

Meaning: To urinate.

Example Sentence: I need to go for a wee.

Meaning: A term of endearment for something small.

Example Sentence: That wee dog is so cute!