SINCE 1828
small-time
adjective
\ ˈsmȯl-ˈtīm
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Definition of small-time
: insignificant in performance, scope, or standing : petty
small-time thieves
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small-timer
\ ˈsmȯl-ˈtī-mər
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small-time
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of small-time
: not very important or successful
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