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small-time

adjective \ ˈsmȯl-ˈtīm \

Definition of small-time

: insignificant in performance, scope, or standing : petty
  • small-time thieves
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small-timer

play \ˈsmȯl-ˈtī-mər\ noun

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1915

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small-time

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  • : not very important or successful

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