Pronunciation: /pəˈtit/
noun a clothing size for women of short stature
A1 I have a petite cat named Mittens.
A2 She bought a petite dress for the party.
B1 The boutique specializes in petite sizes for women.
B2 The actress was known for her petite frame on screen.
C1 The designer created a collection of petite clothing for petite women.
C2 Her petite stature belied her strong and confident personality.
adjective describing a small and slender figure
A1 She is a petite girl with short hair.
A2 The boutique sells petite clothing for women under 5 feet 4 inches tall.
B1 The petite actress was cast as the lead in the new romantic comedy.
B2 Her petite frame made her a perfect candidate for ballet dancing.
C1 The designer specializes in creating petite couture for high-profile clients.
C2 Despite her petite stature, she commanded attention with her powerful presence on stage.
formal The boutique offers a selection of petite clothing for women under 5'4".
informal I love shopping in the petite section because the clothes fit me perfectly.
slang She's so petite, she could easily pass for a teenager.
figurative The petite flowers in the garden added a delicate touch to the landscape.
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