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Pigmy Definition & Meaning

pigmy
noun
  1. an unusually small individual
  2. any member of various peoples having an average height of less than five feet

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Frequently asked questions

What does pigmy mean?
an unusually small individual any member of various peoples having an average height of less than five feet
What part of speech is pigmy?
Pigmy is a noun.
How many definitions does pigmy have?
Pigmy has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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