: having a small trim figure
—usually used of a woman
petiteness
noun
: a clothing size for short women
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Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
Available in four hues and in regular, petite, and tall lengths, this top layer also boasts water resistance and zippered pockets.
—Talia Ergas, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2024
Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024
Pistola Lexi Distressed Ankle Wide Leg Jeans $168 Nordstrom
These are a fantastic option for petites who don’t want to deal with hemming their jeans or leggier ladies seeking an ankle-length fit.
—Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Glamour, 27 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
For smaller torsos, the Sopris 30 offers the same impressive design features with a petite fit.
—Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
Available in four hues and in regular, petite, and tall lengths, this top layer also boasts water resistance and zippered pockets.
—Talia Ergas, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2024
Noun
Keep scrolling to discover more of my cozy, casual, and cute petite picks from Walmart to help complete your fall wardrobe.
—Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024
Pistola Lexi Distressed Ankle Wide Leg Jeans $168 Nordstrom
These are a fantastic option for petites who don’t want to deal with hemming their jeans or leggier ladies seeking an ankle-length fit.
—Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Glamour, 27 Sep. 2024
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“Petite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petite. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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