bantam
IPA: bˈæntʌm
noun
- Any of several small chickens, especially of a breed that is a miniature version of another breed.
- (sports) A competitor in an age division between peewee and midget.
- (soccer) Someone connected with Bradford City A.F.C, as a fan, player, coach etc.
- The largest settlement on the Cocos Islands (Australia).
- Alternative form of Banten (“province of Java”) [A province of Indonesia. Capital: Serang. Largest city: Tangerang]
adjective
- Small or miniature.
- Spirited or aggressive.
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Examples of "bantam" in Sentences
- The bantam rooster strutted proudly across the yard, showing off its vibrant feathers
- She raised a flock of bantam chickens, known for their small size and charming personalities
- The bantam weight class in boxing features fighters who are skilled but often overlooked due to their size
- His bantam enthusiasm for the project inspired the entire team to push forward with new ideas
- The quaint little garden was home to a bantam of flowers, each one more colorful than the last
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