Meaning & use
pipsqueak
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An insignificant or unimportant person, especially one who acts more confident or important than they are.
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The bully turned out to be just a pipsqueak who backed down the moment someone stood up to him.
Nobody expected the pipsqueak of the team to score the winning goal.
A note on using this word
Pipsqueak is informal and is often used affectionately or mockingly rather than as a serious insult.
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