Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
small-fry
noun
/ˈsmɔːl fraɪ/
Definition
A term used to describe someone or something that is insignificant, minor, or of little importance.
Examples
- The small-fry in the business world often get overlooked by larger corporations.
- In the grand scheme of things, his complaints seemed like small-fry.
- While they were small-fry compared to the major leagues, the local teams provided a great sense of community.
Meaning
Small-fry can refer to either a young fish or a person or thing of little value or importance.
Synonyms
- insignificant
- minor
- trivial
- petty
