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dwarf

/dwɔːf/

/dwɔrf/

dwarfnoun

dwarfs

/dwɔːf/

/dwɔrf/

Translations

карлик

The garden was decorated with a statue of a dwarf.

Сад был украшен статуей карлика.

гном

In the fairy tale, the dwarf helped the princess.

В сказке гном помог принцессе.

Additional translations

карликовая звезда

карликовое растение

Definitions

A member of a mythical race of short, stocky humanlike creatures who are generally skilled in mining and metalworking.

In the fantasy novel, the dwarf was known for his exceptional craftsmanship in forging weapons.

An unusually small person, often with a genetic condition resulting in short stature.

The dwarf was an accomplished actor, known for his roles in both film and theater.

A star of relatively small size and low luminosity, including the majority of main sequence stars.

The astronomer studied the red dwarf to understand more about its life cycle.

A plant or animal that is much smaller than the usual size for its species or type.

The gardener was fascinated by the dwarf variety of the apple tree, which produced full-sized fruit.

Synonyms

little person

dwarfverb

dwarfed

Past Simple

dwarfed

Past Participle

dwarfing

Gerund

/dwɔːf/

/dwɔrf/

Translations

затмевать

The new skyscraper dwarfs all the other buildings in the city.

Новый небоскрёб затмевает все остальные здания в городе.

Definitions

To cause to seem small or insignificant in comparison.

The new skyscraper dwarfs all the other buildings in the city.

To check the natural growth or development of something.

The harsh climate can dwarf the growth of certain plants.

Synonyms

dwarfadjective

more dwarf

Comp.

most dwarf

Super.

/dwɔːf/

/dwɔrf/

Translations

карликовый

The dwarf planet Pluto is no longer considered a major planet.

Карликовая планета Плутон больше не считается основной планетой.

Definitions

Much smaller than the usual size or standard.

The dwarf planet is significantly smaller than Earth.

Relating to a plant or animal that is smaller than the typical size for its species.

The dwarf rabbit is a popular pet due to its small size.

Synonyms

dwarfpast participle

Definitions

Stunted or having had its natural growth checked.

The dwarfed shrubs clung to the rocky hillside.

dwarfgerund / present participle

Definitions

Causing or intended to restrict growth or make something appear smaller.

The orchard uses dwarfing rootstock to keep the trees compact.