1. a person who is much smaller than normal size due to a medical condition
Usage: medical
2. a mythical creature that resembles a small human, often depicted as skilled in mining or crafts
Usage: mythology
3. a star that is relatively small and dim
Usage: astronomy

1. to make something appear very small by comparison

1. much smaller than the usual size

Examples

• The seven dwarfs helped Snow White in the fairy tale.
• The skyscraper dwarfed all the other buildings in the neighborhood.
• She planted dwarf roses in her small garden.
• The red dwarf is the most common type of star in our galaxy.
• The massive cathedral dwarfs the houses around it.
• He grew dwarf fruit trees that were perfect for his patio.
• The fantasy novel featured dwarfs who lived in underground kingdoms.