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Dwarf (Noun)

Meaning 1

A plant or animal that is atypically small.

Classification

Unique beginner for nouns.

Examples

  • The pygmy hippopotamus is a dwarf species of hippopotamus that is found in West Africa.
  • Compared to its close relatives, the dwarf lanternshark is significantly smaller in size.
  • Gardeners often prefer growing dwarf varieties of fruit trees, as they are easier to maintain and prune.
  • The dwarf tapir is the smallest tapir species and is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
  • The dwarf hummingbird is a small, iridescent bird that is found in the tropical regions of Central America.

Hypernyms

  • Being

Meaning 2

A person who is markedly small.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The dwarf actor was cast in the role of a leprechaun in the fantasy film.
  • He was a dwarf who stood at just three feet tall, but he had a giant personality.
  • The dwarf wrestler was a crowd favorite due to his agility and quick moves in the ring.
  • Despite being a dwarf, he was able to reach the top shelf with the help of a stool.
  • The dwarf comedian used his small stature to his advantage, often incorporating it into his jokes.

Synonyms

  • Nanus
  • Midget

Hyponyms

  • Normal Dwarf
  • Hypoplastic Dwarf
  • True Dwarf
  • Hypophysial Dwarf
  • Levi-Lorrain Dwarf

Related Words

  • Dwarf (verb)

Meaning 3

A legendary creature resembling a tiny old man; lives in the depths of the earth and guards buried treasure.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Synonyms

  • Gnome

Hypernyms

  • Fay
  • Fairy
  • Faerie
  • Sprite

Hyponyms

  • Nibelung
  • Andvari
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