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munchkin

/ˈmʌnt͡ʃkɪn/ noun C2
  1. A child. (informal)
  2. A person of very short stature. (informal)
  3. A player who mainly concentrates on increasing their character's power and capabilities.
  4. Synonym of donut hole (“ball-shaped pastry”). (informal, slang)
  5. A pet name one used for someone considered adorable, such as a pet, child, or a romantic partner. (informal)

Plural munchkins

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## Chapter II The Council with the Munchkins
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 5 · B2
“You are welcome, most noble Sorceress, to the land of the Munchkins.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 6 · B2
“She has held all the Munchkins in bondage for many years, making them slave for her night and day.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 7 · B2
“Who are the Munchkins?” inquired Dorothy.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 7 · B2

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