Midget

Meaning of Midget: A nickname for someone who is very small in stature.

Literal Meaning of Midget: Literally, Midget refers to a person of short stature, though the term is considered outdated and can be offensive.

Popularity: Low.

Origin: English (historically used to describe people of shorter stature, but now largely replaced by more respectful terms).

Example:

Emily: Have you seen how compact and efficient Peter is?

Liam: Yes, we used to call him Midget, but it’s not very respectful anymore.

Emily: It’s better to use a more considerate term.

Related Nicknames: Shorty, Petite, Tiny, Small Fry, Little One.