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little people
noun plural
: ordinary people who are not wealthy, famous, or powerful
: people of unusually small size
: very small imaginary beings (especially leprechauns) with magical powers
Full Definition of LITTLE PEOPLE
1
: tiny imaginary beings (as fairies, elves, and leprechauns) of folklore
2
: children
3
: people of unusually small size
4
: common people
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First Known Use of LITTLE PEOPLE
circa 1731
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