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small–time
adjective \ˈsmȯl-ˈtīm\
: not very important or successful
Full Definition of SMALL-TIME
: insignificant in performance, scope, or standing : petty <small–time thieves>
— small–tim·er \-ˈtī-mər\ noun
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First Known Use of SMALL-TIME
1910
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