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1lesser
adjective less·er \ˈle-sər\
: of smaller size
: of less strength, quality, or importance
Full Definition of LESSER
comparative of 1little
: of less size, quality, degree, or significance : of lower status
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First Known Use of LESSER
13th century
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2lesser
adverb
Definition of LESSER
: less <lesser-known>
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First Known Use of LESSER
1539
LESSER[1] Defined for Kids
1lesser
adjective less·er \ˈle-sər\
Definition of LESSER for Kids
: of smaller size or importance <a lesser evil>
2lesser
adverb
Definition of LESSER for Kids
: 2less <lesser-known writers>
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