Dwarf Definition & Meaning
dwarf
- noun
- a person who is markedly small
- a legendary creature resembling a tiny old man; lives in the depths of the earth and guards buried treasure
- a plant or animal that is atypically small
- verb
- make appear small by comparison; "This year's debt dwarfs that of last year"
- check the growth of; "the lack of sunlight dwarfed these pines"
"Dwarf" in song lyrics
See how dwarf is used in real songs:
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"Cause you was soft up north, livin small as a dwarf"
Grand Daddy I.U. — Behind Bars -
"When I perform I turn into a psycho dwarf"
Mad Child (Swollen Members) — Rebirth of the Warlord -
"what size is a dwarf"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with dwarf
Usage tips for "dwarf"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dwarf" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dwarf to find words that pair well.