small
//smɔːl//
Adjective
smallCanonical form
smallerComparative
smallestSuperlative
1
Limited in size, number, or amount; not large or big.
She lives in a small house.
2
Young or very young; not yet fully grown.
When I was small, I loved playing in the park.
3
Unimportant or insignificant; of little consequence.
It's just a small problem, nothing to worry about.
4
Operating on a limited scale; not extensive.
He runs a small business from his home.
Adverb
smallCanonical form
smallerComparative
smallestSuperlative
1
Into small pieces or parts.
Chop the vegetables small.
2
In a small manner; quietly or softly.
She spoke small so as not to wake the baby.
Noun
1
The small or narrow part of something, especially the back.
He felt a sharp pain in the small of his back.
2
Small items of clothing, especially underwear.
I need to buy some smalls for my trip.