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lesser
01
not as great or important as something or someone else
Example
The team faced a lesser opponent in the first round of the tournament.
He chose the lesser-known route to avoid traffic during rush hour.
She accepted a lesser role in the company in exchange for more flexible hours.
02
smaller in amount or value compared to something else
Example
The company offered a lesser amount of funding to smaller startups.
He chose the lesser-known restaurant for a more intimate dining experience.
The lesser expense on entertainment allowed them to save more money.
03
any of various rhizopods of the order Testacea characterized by having a shell
