petite
/pəˈtiːt/
adjective
🇬🇧 UK
/pəˈtiːt/
🇺🇸 US
/pəˈtiːt/
Meaning
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Meaning 1 · adjective
(especially of a woman) fairly short and of slim build.
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Meaning 2 · adjective
(clothing) of small size.
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Meaning 3 · adjective
Small, little; insignificant; petty.
How this word is used
- Everyday “In everyday speech, people use “petite” when they mean: (especially of a woman) fairly short and of slim build..”
- Academic “Scholars may discuss “petite” carefully in formal writing.”
- Business “Teams often rely on clear use of “petite” in professional communication.”
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