A member of certain peoples of very short stature in equatorial Africa and parts of Southeast Asia. noun
The Pygmy tribes of Central Africa are known for their unique cultural practices.
Anthropologists have studied the Pygmy communities to understand their way of life.
An animal or plant that is much smaller than the usual size for its kind. noun
The pygmy hippopotamus is native to the forests and swamps of West Africa.
Botanists discovered a pygmy variety of the common sunflower in the wild.
A person who is regarded as very small or insignificant. noun
In the world of high finance, he was considered a pygmy among giants.
The new recruit felt like a pygmy in the presence of experienced professionals.
Of a size or stature that is smaller than typical or expected. adjective
The pygmy owl is one of the smallest species of owls in the world.
She collected pygmy goats, which are known for their small size and friendly nature.