as in diminutive
something (such as an animal) much smaller than others of its kind
that particular species is the peewee of the salmon world
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Recent Examples of peewee
His voice was pitying and patient, like a peewee-soccer coach imparting a lesson of sportsmanship.
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Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
2 Sep. 2025
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Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
2 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for peewee
Recent Examples of Synonyms for peewee
Noun
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The more common nickname, El Mencho, is said to be a diminutive of his first name, Nemesio.
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Another gender-neutral name that had a burst of popularity in the ‘80s and ‘90s, Jamie was a go-to for girls or a diminutive of James for boys.
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For pots, look for dwarf zinnia varieties that won’t require staking.
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As virality goes, this is not a big number, but the passion that the account has aroused dwarfs its reach.
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Play soft music to drown out fireworks blasts and give your pet something to do, like putting treats inside an interactive toy, to keep them calm and happy.
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Other features include a keychain hole, a quick-access hook, and a magnetic fidget toy, which is less about utility and more about tactile focus, utilizing the remaining surface space on the tool.
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“Peewee.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peewee. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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