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least

Main Entry: ¹least

Pronunciation: \ˈlēst\

Function: adjective

Etymology: Middle English leest, from Old English lǣst, superl. of lǣssa less

Date: before 12th century

superlative of ¹little

1 : lowest in importance or position
2 a : smallest in size or degree b : being a member of a kind distinguished by diminutive size <the least bittern> c : smallest possible : slightest

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