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