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/smɔl/

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/smɔːl/

less than normal size

Etymology
Etymology Information

'small' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'smæl', where 'smæl' meant 'narrow, slender'.

Historical Evolution

'smæl' changed from Old English to the modern English word 'small'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'narrow or slender', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'less than normal size'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

of a size that is less than normal or usual.

The small dog barked loudly.

Synonyms

tinylittleminiature

Antonyms

largebighuge

Adjective 2

not significant or important.

It was a small mistake, nothing to worry about.

Synonyms

minorinsignificanttrivial

Antonyms

majorsignificantimportant

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Idioms

small talk

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35