little people
Definition of little people
1 : tiny imaginary beings (such as fairies, elves, and leprechauns) of folklore
2 : children
3 : people of unusually short stature
4 : common people
From the M-W Editors
First Known Use of little people
circa 1731
LITTLE PEOPLE Defined for English Language Learners
little people
Definition of little people for English Language Learners
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: ordinary people who are not wealthy, famous, or powerful
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: people of unusually small size
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: very small imaginary beings (especially leprechauns) with magical powers
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