: having a small trim figure
—usually used of a woman
petiteness
noun
: a clothing size for short women
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Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Kristin Davis just served a masterclass in petite dressing.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 28 May 2025
Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 9 May 2025
One senses Worth delighted in the extravagance proposed to clients and savoir faire made possible by his petites mains (still a term used in haute couture).
—Amy Verner, Vogue, 7 May 2025
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Adjective
Instead of going to the larger Governor’s Beach, try the petite, secluded, sandy beach in a sheltered cove nearby.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Kristin Davis just served a masterclass in petite dressing.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 28 May 2025
Noun
Shop similar white jeans and pants on Amazon from brands like Levi’s, Madewell, Joe’s Jeans, and Hudson, including styles for petites and plus sizes, starting at just $20.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 9 May 2025
One senses Worth delighted in the extravagance proposed to clients and savoir faire made possible by his petites mains (still a term used in haute couture).
—Amy Verner, Vogue, 7 May 2025
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“Petite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petite. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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