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lilliputian
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very small in size, related to the fictional country of Lilliput in Jonathan Swift's "Gulliver's Travels"
Example
The lilliputian dolls displayed in the shop window captured the attention of passersby with their intricate details.
She wore lilliputian earrings that resembled tiny flowers, adding a charming touch to her outfit.
02
insignificant or trivial in importance
Example
The arguments about the color scheme for the new logo seemed Lilliputian next to the company ’s financial issues.
Despite the fuss, the error in the report was Lilliputian compared to the overall accuracy of the study.
Lilliputian
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an inhabitant of Lilliput, the fictional island nation in Jonathan Swift’s “Gulliver’s Travels,” known for its tiny people
Example
The Lilliputian greeted Gulliver with a mix of curiosity and caution.
In the story, the Lilliputians were amazed by Gulliver ’s enormous size.
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a very small person, reminiscent of the tiny inhabitants of Lilliput in Jonathan Swift's Gulliver's Travels
Example
As a Lilliputian, he found it challenging to find clothes that fit properly.
The child felt like a Lilliputian next to the towering basketball players.
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