Word History
Etymology
Middle English, small, minor, from Anglo-French, small
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of petit was
in the 14th century
Phrases Containing petit
Dictionary Entries Near petit
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“Petit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petit. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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