Meaning & use
Pipsqueaks
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Informal term for insignificant, unimportant, or annoyingly small people.
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The bully called the younger kids pipsqueaks to feel important.
Don't underestimate these pipsqueaks; they play harder than teams twice their size.
A note on using this word
An affectionate or mildly insulting American slang term, often used toward children or small, less experienced people.
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