: having a small trim figure
—usually used of a woman
petiteness
noun
: a clothing size for short women
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James McClain, Robb Report, 26 Apr. 2024
Several different members of our household (including a senior adult, a tall adult, and a petite adult) tried out the chair.
—Nicole Pyles, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2024
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Adjective
The petite unit’s current owner is Amir Ensani, a prolific investor in high-end L.A. condos and a luxury new development specialist currently spearheading sales at the exclusive Beverly West Residences.
—James McClain, Robb Report, 26 Apr. 2024
Several different members of our household (including a senior adult, a tall adult, and a petite adult) tried out the chair.
—Nicole Pyles, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2024
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“Petite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petite. Accessed 5 May. 2024.
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