Definition of pygmies:
(n) :
(often capitalized) A member of one of various Ancient Equatorial African tribal peoples, notable for their very short stature.
(adj) :
Relating or belonging to the Pygmy people.
(adj) :
Like a pygmy; unusually short or small for its kind.
(n) :
(Greek mythology) A member of a race of dwarfs.
(n) :
(figuratively, derogatory, offensive) Any dwarfish person or thing.
(n) :
(figuratively, derogatory, offensive) An insignificant person, at least in some respect.