little people

[lit-l pee-puhl]

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.

little people

plural noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of little people¹

First recorded in 1720–30

Example Sentences

“Di Fabrizio did lots of shoes for little people,” Francis said.

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

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

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

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

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