1. words or word forms that express smallness, affection, or endearment, often created by adding suffixes like -ie, -let, or -ling
Usage: linguistics; grammar
2. small or miniature versions of things

Examples

• Common diminutives in English include ‘doggie’ for dog and ‘booklet’ for a small book.
• The suffix ‘-ling’ creates diminutives like ‘duckling’ and ‘gosling.’
• Many languages use diminutives to show affection when addressing children.
• Spanish diminutives often end in ‘-ito’ or ‘-ita,’ like ‘perrito’ for little dog.
• The antique shop specialized in diminutives of famous sculptures.
• Her collection included diminutives of classic furniture pieces.
• Diminutives can make language sound more intimate and caring.