little people

American  

[lit-l pee-puhl] / ˈlɪt l ˌpi pəl /

plural noun

1. (in folklore) small, imaginary beings, as elves, fairies, or leprechauns.

2. the common people, especially workers, small merchants, or the like, who lead conventional, presumably unremarkable lives.

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little people British  

plural noun

1. folklore small supernatural beings, such as elves, pixies, or leprechauns

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Etymology

Origin of little people

First recorded in 1720–30

Example Sentences

One way to understand how little people thought of these teams’ chances before the start of the season is through their preseason odds.

From The Wall Street Journal

When I was 10 or 11 years old, I started doing speeches that raised money for the Little People of America.

From Los Angeles Times

I realized so much of my life is about being in the Little People of America.

From Los Angeles Times

Little people and people with disabilities are asking me for advice about how I was able to create my own projects.

From Los Angeles Times

My wife is little, and I’ve grown up in Little People of America.

From Los Angeles Times