Lite
[laɪt]
Definition
(adv., & n.) Little.
Editor: Woodrow
Examples
- Wery much indebted to Mrs. Weller for her po-lite inquiries, Sammy,' replied the old gentleman. Charles Dickens. The Pickwick Papers.
- At these tables the _élite_ of the company were to be entertained, strict rules of equality not being more in fashion at Briarfield than elsewhere. Charlotte Bronte. Shirley.
- With the true perspicacity _des ?mes élites_, he at once saw how this at first sight untoward event might be turned to excellent account. Charlotte Bronte. Shirley.
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