Pronunciation: /ˈpɪɡmi/
noun A member of certain peoples of very short stature in equatorial Africa and parts of Southeast Asia.
A1 The pygmy is the smallest species of monkey.
A2 I read a book about pygmy tribes in Africa.
B1 The pygmy elephant is native to the rainforests of Borneo.
B2 Researchers discovered a new species of pygmy seahorse in the coral reefs.
C1 The pygmy marmoset is known for being the smallest primate in the world.
C2 Conservation efforts are being made to protect the habitat of the pygmy three-toed sloth.
adjective Relating to or characteristic of pygmies.
A1 The pygmy kitten was so small and cute.
A2 We saw a pygmy elephant at the zoo.
B1 The pygmy goat is a popular pet for families with small yards.
B2 The pygmy marmoset is the world's smallest monkey species.
C1 The pygmy hippopotamus is an endangered species found in West Africa.
C2 Researchers discovered a new species of pygmy seahorse in the deep waters of Indonesia.
formal The pygmy tribe in Africa has a rich cultural heritage.
informal I read about pygmy elephants in a National Geographic article.
slang That new smartphone is so tiny, it's like a pygmy compared to my old one.
figurative The company was a pygmy in the industry, struggling to compete with the bigger players.
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