: having a small trim figure
—usually used of a woman
petiteness
noun
: a clothing size for short women
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Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
Plus, petite and tall travelers can also find their perfect fits, with three different inseams lengths available, as well.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2026
Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 25 May 2026
Thanks to the mini length, this dress will hit right around mid-thigh for petites.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2026
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Adjective
The menus are rightsized to the petite eatery.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
Plus, petite and tall travelers can also find their perfect fits, with three different inseams lengths available, as well.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2026
Noun
Finding flattering, warm weather-friendly clothing suitable for petites can be a challenge.
—Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 25 May 2026
Thanks to the mini length, this dress will hit right around mid-thigh for petites.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2026
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“Petite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petite. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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