: having a small trim figure
—usually used of a woman
petiteness
noun
: a clothing size for short women
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Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
The petite Thaleria Spa's magnesium pool proved unexpectedly restorative after a day trip to Balos Beach, while the main pool—an oval worthy of Poseidon's approval—is the property's social nucleus by day, stargazing sanctuary by night.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
Finding flattering, warm weather-friendly clothing suitable for petites can be a challenge.
—Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
As a 5-footer, my favorite part is that the pants are available in a petite-friendly inseam, along with four other inseam options, limiting the need for alterations.
—Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
The petite Thaleria Spa's magnesium pool proved unexpectedly restorative after a day trip to Balos Beach, while the main pool—an oval worthy of Poseidon's approval—is the property's social nucleus by day, stargazing sanctuary by night.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Noun
The Quince version comes in seven colors and four lengths to accommodate a range of heights, including petites.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026
Finding flattering, warm weather-friendly clothing suitable for petites can be a challenge.
—Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026
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“Petite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petite. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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