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Meaning of pint-sized
The primary meaning of the word "pint-sized" refers to something or someone that is small in size or amount.
Etymology of pint-sized
The word "pint-sized" originates from the idea that a pint is a unit of measurement, and something that is "pint-sized" is small enough to fit into a pint container.
The term has been in use since the mid-19th century, initially in the United States, to describe small or miniature objects or people.
Synonyms
small
tiny
miniature
minuscule
compact
little
petite
diminutive
slight
slender
narrow
short
stunted
undeveloped
immature
youthful
juvenile
infantile
babyish
youthful
elfin
dwarfed
pygmy
Lilliputian
bite-sized
fun-sized
toy-like
doll-like
pocket-sized
fun-sized
bite-sized
itsy-bitsy
teeny
wee
smallish
puny
frail
fragile
dainty
delicate
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, "pint-sized" is an adjective used to describe something or someone that is small in size or amount.
- It can also be used to describe someone, especially a child, who is small for their age.
Usage Examples
- The pint-sized actor played a leading role in the Broadway musical.
- She was a pint-sized powerhouse, with a big voice and an even bigger personality.
- The pint-sized car was perfect for navigating the narrow streets of the city.