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Rarepigmy
The correct spelling is pigmy.
How to pronounce pigmy
noun
Say it like: Pig-mee
The correct spelling is pigmy. (often capitalized) A member of one of various Ancient Equatorial African tribal peoples, notable for their very short stature.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.(often capitalized) A member of one of various Ancient Equatorial African tribal peoples, notable for their very short stature.
- 2.A member of a race of dwarfs.
- 3.Any dwarfish person or thing.
- 4.An insignificant person, at least in some respect.
adjective
- 1.Relating or belonging to the Pygmy people.
- 2.Like a pygmy; unusually short or small for its kind.
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