small time

noun, adj — 2 senses

small time

nounalso spelled small-time

1

Informal A modest level of achievement, often local

The TV talent show rocketed her from the small time to stardom.

Antonyms: big time
Derived terms: small-time, small-timer

small-time

adj

1

On a small scale.

a small-time thief

Derived terms: small-timer

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