What does TEENY mean?

Teeny

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Extremely small or tiny.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈtini/ UK: /ˈtiːni/

Origin and Usage: The word "teeny" is believed to have originated in the 19th century from the word "teen," which meant small. It is a colloquial term used to describe something that is very small or tiny.

Synonyms: Tiny, miniature, little, small, minuscule.

Related Words: Petite, small, tiny, puny, dwarf.

Example Sentences:

• The puppy was so teeny that it could fit in the palm of her hand.
• She had a teeny apartment in the city that was just big enough for her.
• The dress was beautiful but it was only available in teeny sizes.
• He had a teeny amount of money left in his bank account.
• The teeny spider crawled across the windowsill.