: having a small trim figure
—usually used of a woman
petiteness
noun
: a clothing size for short women
Examples of petite in a Sentence
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Vogue, 12 Aug. 2024
The brand offers both regular and curve fits, with lengths ranging from extra short to extra long to accommodate both petite and taller individuals.
—Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 9 Aug. 2024
Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2024
The petite indigo relaxed fit jeans feature the same material matrix and deliver a semi-fitted feel through the waist and hips with a wide leg, while the Dorian indigo denim shirt is fashioned in 100 percent lyocell.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 1 Aug. 2024
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Adjective
Event planner Augusta Cole expertly layered the tablescape with pieces—some things old and some things new—from Lauder’s personal collection, including petite silver and raffia vessels filled with dainty summer florals from The Bridgehampton Florist.
—Vogue, 12 Aug. 2024
The brand offers both regular and curve fits, with lengths ranging from extra short to extra long to accommodate both petite and taller individuals.
—Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 9 Aug. 2024
Noun
Available in three different colors and carried in petite and tall sizes, this pick comes with a stretchy, waist-hugging elastic waist, hemmed shorts, and deep side pockets.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2024
The petite indigo relaxed fit jeans feature the same material matrix and deliver a semi-fitted feel through the waist and hips with a wide leg, while the Dorian indigo denim shirt is fashioned in 100 percent lyocell.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 1 Aug. 2024
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“Petite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petite. Accessed 18 Aug. 2024.
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