What does PIGMY mean?

Pigmy 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, adjective

2. Definitions

A pigmy is a member of a race of small-statured people, usually less than four feet tall. As an adjective, pigmy refers to something that is small or diminutive in size.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /ˈpɪɡmi/

UK: /ˈpɪɡmi/

4. Origin and Usage

The term pigmy originated from the Greek word pygmaios, which means "dwarf" or "small". Pigmy has been used to describe various small-statured people throughout history, including the African Pygmies and the Aeta people of the Philippines. In modern usage, the term pigmy is considered by some to be derogatory and has been replaced by the term "pygmy" in many contexts. As an adjective, pigmy is used to describe small or diminutive objects or creatures.

5. Synonyms

Pygmy, dwarf, midget, tiny, small, diminutive

6. Related Words

Small, dwarf, short, tiny, squat

7. Example Sentences

• The African Pygmies are often referred to as "pigmy" tribes.
• The pigmy shrew is one of the smallest mammals in the world.
• The pigmy marmoset is a type of monkey that is native to South America.
• The pigmy rabbit is a species of rabbit that is found in North America.