small-time

Definition

  • adjective: not very important or successful
  • adjective: insignificant in performance, scope, or standing
  • synonyms: petty, minor, small-scale

Examples

  • a 'small-time' thief

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) in Southie, right? Through your father? Why don't you tell us about your Uncle Jackie? He was a carpet layer for Jordan Marsh. Uncle Jackie was a small-time bookie who tended bar at the Vets in Somerville. He got popped by Nicastro in '. We found his body out by the airport. That's right. (..)
    2006 The Departed