: having a small trim figure
—usually used of a woman
petiteness
noun
: a clothing size for short women
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Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
29 June 2026
The pull-on pants are comfortable and petite-friendly.
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Erika Reals,
InStyle,
28 June 2026
Melony Forcier,
InStyle,
24 June 2026
This versatile top features a high neckline and a flattering cropped length that is perfect for petites.
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Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026
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Adjective
Squirrel monkeys—a petite, chirruping, tree-climbing species whose dark muzzle gives the impression of permanent 5 o’clock shadow—have to deal with that proportional dilemma, too.
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Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
29 June 2026
The pull-on pants are comfortable and petite-friendly.
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Erika Reals,
InStyle,
28 June 2026
Noun
While these jeans aren’t specifically designed for petites, the short 25 to 26-inch inseam is the perfect length for those under 5-foot-4.
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Melony Forcier,
InStyle,
24 June 2026
This versatile top features a high neckline and a flattering cropped length that is perfect for petites.
—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026
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“Petite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petite. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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