Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

smallboy

Noun
/ˈsmɔːl.bɔɪ/
Definition
A young boy who is small in stature or age.
Examples
  • The smallboy played in the park while his mother watched from a bench.
  • Being a smallboy, he often sought help from his older friends.
  • The smallboy wore his favorite superhero costume for Halloween.
Meaning
The term ‘smallboy’ typically refers to a young male child who is relatively small compared to peers. It can also be used informally to describe a boy who is immature or still a child in behavior.
Synonyms
  • young boy
  • child
  • lad
  • youth