dwarf

B2
Pronunciation
/dwɔːf/
/dwɔɹf/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Any member of a race of beings from (especially Scandinavian and other Germanic) folklore, usually depicted as having some sort of supernatural powers and being skilled in crafting and metalworking, often as short with long beards, and sometimes as clashing with elves.

2 Definition

A person of short stature, often one whose limbs are disproportionately small in relation to the body as compared with normal adults, usually as the result of a genetic condition.

Synonyms
midget pygmy (imprecise)
Antonyms
ettin giant
3 Definition

An animal, plant or other thing much smaller than the usual of its sort.

Synonyms
runt
Example Sentences
  • dwarf honeysuckle
4 Definition

A star of relatively small size.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To render (much) smaller, turn into a dwarf (version).

Synonyms
miniaturize shrink
2 Definition

To make appear (much) smaller, puny, tiny.

Example Sentences
  • The newly-built skyscraper dwarfs all older buildings in the downtown skyline.
3 Definition

To make appear insignificant.

Synonyms
eclipse outdo outmatch outshadow outshine outstrip overshadow put to shame surpass upstage
Example Sentences
  • Bach dwarfs all other composers.
4 Definition

To become (much) smaller.

Synonyms
shrink
5 Definition

To hinder from growing to the natural size; to make or keep small; to stunt.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Miniature.

Example Sentences
  • It is possible to grow the plants as dwarf as one desires.