Question

Use your dictionary to find the etymology and definition of this word. tiny

Answer 1

The word "tiny" comes from the Old English word "tine" meaning small or diminutive. And on the late 16th Century, the word "tine" became "tiny", which is now the word used at present. Therefore, the meaning of the word "tiny" is very small. Other words that have a similar meaning are minute, miniature, mini and little.