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Definition of Itsy-bitsy
1. Adjective. (used informally) very small. "A wee tot"
Language type: Colloquialism
Similar to: Little, Small
Derivative terms: Bit, Weeness
Definition of Itsy-bitsy
1. Adjective. (colloquial often childish or humorous) Very small; minuscule. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of Itsy-bitsy
Literary usage of Itsy-bitsy
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. All About Insects by Jo Ellen Moore (2005)
"3 Note: After singing "Itsy-Bitsy Spider," children cut out and glue the pictures
... Itsy-Bitsy Spider 1 2 3 MK- jM* spider out. And the itsy-bitsy spider ..."
2. Changing Africa: The First Literary Generation of Independent Cape Verde by Gerald M. Moser (1992)
"I went and sat down on the doorstep beside Joey, Philippa and Itsy- bitsy.
I petted him and the little bugger started to cry. "He thought you were taking ..."
3. Making the Most of Small Groups: Differentiation for All by Debbie Diller (2007)
"Then she pulls out a favorite Big Book, The Itsy Bitsy Spider. The children ask
if they can help read it. She gives them their own pointers, and they help ..."
4. Miami & the Florida Keys Alive! by Lisa Simundson (2001)
"A spacious garden with lush tropical landscaping adjoins a sparkling pool, and
fantastic food is served at its itsy-bitsy bistro, the Indian Creek Cafe ..."
5. In the Rainforest by Debby De Pauw, Depauw, Gary Shipman (1993)
"Have children sing "Little Black Gorilla" to the tune of The Itsy Bitsy Spider"
as they help Little Gorilla climb the tree. ..."
6. Waiter, There's a Horse in My Wine: A Treasury of Entertainment, Exploration by Jennifer "Chotzi" Rosen (2005)
"with a temperature control device and itsy-bitsy TV on the label which plays tiny
videos about grapes, wine making, tasting notes and food matches. ..."
7. All About Insects by Jo Ellen Moore (2005)
"3 Note: After singing "Itsy-Bitsy Spider," children cut out and glue the pictures
... Itsy-Bitsy Spider 1 2 3 MK- jM* spider out. And the itsy-bitsy spider ..."
8. Changing Africa: The First Literary Generation of Independent Cape Verde by Gerald M. Moser (1992)
"I went and sat down on the doorstep beside Joey, Philippa and Itsy- bitsy.
I petted him and the little bugger started to cry. "He thought you were taking ..."
9. Making the Most of Small Groups: Differentiation for All by Debbie Diller (2007)
"Then she pulls out a favorite Big Book, The Itsy Bitsy Spider. The children ask
if they can help read it. She gives them their own pointers, and they help ..."
10. Miami & the Florida Keys Alive! by Lisa Simundson (2001)
"A spacious garden with lush tropical landscaping adjoins a sparkling pool, and
fantastic food is served at its itsy-bitsy bistro, the Indian Creek Cafe ..."
11. In the Rainforest by Debby De Pauw, Depauw, Gary Shipman (1993)
"Have children sing "Little Black Gorilla" to the tune of The Itsy Bitsy Spider"
as they help Little Gorilla climb the tree. ..."
12. Waiter, There's a Horse in My Wine: A Treasury of Entertainment, Exploration by Jennifer "Chotzi" Rosen (2005)
"with a temperature control device and itsy-bitsy TV on the label which plays tiny
videos about grapes, wine making, tasting notes and food matches. ..."
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