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lesser

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adj/ˈlɛsɚ//ˈlɛsə/
  1. 1

    Of two (or, rarely, more than two) things: smaller in size (littler), in value, in importance etc.not-comparable

    • Of the two issues, this one is of lesser importance.
  2. 2

    Of two (or, rarely, more than two) things: smaller in size (littler), in value, in importance etc.; In plant and animal names, denotes a smaller kind.not-comparable

    • lesser panda
    • lesser yellowlegs
  3. 3

    Of two (or, rarely, more than two) things: smaller in size (littler), in value, in importance etc.; Denotes the smaller geographic or administrative area that encompasses or belongs to a place.not-comparable

    • Lesser Antilles
noun/ˈlɛsɚ//ˈlɛsə/
  1. 1

    One who is lesser; an inferior.

    • You, King Adam, now rule over your lessers. You are now solely responsible for their workship, whether it be successful or offensive.

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