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/pəˈtiːt/ · pet·ite
adjective
- Fairly short and of slim build, especially of a woman. She was a petite model, known for her delicate features and slender physique.
- Of small size, especially in clothing. The petite section in the store offered a variety of dresses designed for women of smaller stature.
- Small, little; insignificant; petty. The company's petty squabbles over office supplies were a distraction from their real goals.
Did you know? The term 'petite' has been used to describe a range of sizes, from a US size 2 to a size 6, depending on the brand and style.