(historical, 18th to 19th century) the lower middle class

(now chiefly archaic) A fop or dandy. / (chiefly derogatory) A lesser master of something, especially of some artistic skill; a minor talent.

Synonym of small final

A petition that is published on the Internet to be signed by online supporters.

(psychology) A sensation (sight, sound, etc) that is perceived but not registered because it is too insignificant, such as the sound of each raindrop hitting a roof.

plural of petit larceny

(law, archaic) The crime of a subordinate killing a superior (other than the sovereign, which would constitute high treason): a servant killing his master, a wife killing her husband, etc.; and, earlier, certain lesser crimes of subordinates against superiors.

A tenure of lands by rent or tender.

An island in Grenada.

A light supper; (especially), an informal dinner party with only a few select guests.