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Word: Small
Speech Type: Adjective
Etymology:
Old English smæl, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch smal and German schmal
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
smɔːl
Dialects: British English
Definition:
of a size that is less than normal or usual
Short Definition:of size that is less than normal or usual
Examples:- the room was small and quiet
- the small hill that sheltered the house
Definition:
insignificant; unimportant
Short Definition:insignificant
Examples:- these are small points
Word: Small
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
smɔːl
Dialects: British English
Definition:
small items of clothing, especially underwear.
Short Definition:small items of clothing
Definition:
a gratuity or small gift of money.
Short Definition:gratuity or small gift of money
Word: Small
Speech Type: Adverb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
smɔːl
Dialects: British English
Definition:
into small pieces
Short Definition:into small pieces
Examples:- cut the okra up small
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