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/taw"lish/, adj.rather tall.[1740-50; TALL + -ISH1]
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tallish — tall ► ADJECTIVE 1) of great or more than average height. 2) measuring a specified distance from top to bottom. 3) fanciful and difficult to believe; unlikely: a tall story. ● a tall order Cf. ↑a tall order DERIVATIVES … English terms dictionary
tallish — adjective see tall … New Collegiate Dictionary
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tallish — adjective somewhat tall • Similar to: ↑tall … Useful english dictionary
Diminutive — In language structure, a diminutive,[1] or diminutive form (abbreviated dim), is a formation of a word used to convey a slight degree of the root meaning, smallness of the object or quality named, encapsulation, intimacy, or endearment.[2][3] It… … Wikipedia
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tall|ish — «T lihsh», adjective. 1. inclining toward tallness; rather tall: »a tallish, vigorous man. 2. somewhat exaggerated: »a tallish tale … Useful english dictionary
tall — adjective Etymology: Middle English tal, probably from Old English getæl quick, ready; akin to Old High German gizal quick Date: 15th century 1. obsolete brave, courageous 2. a. high in stature b. of a specified height < five feet tall > … New Collegiate Dictionary
