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Definition lesser in British English

lesser adjective

adjective
/ˈlesə(r)/
1

smaller, less important, or less serious than something else

Example

matters of lesser importance

Example

He was flanked by two officers of lesser rank.

Example

She was found guilty of the lesser charge of manslaughter.

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2

used in the names of some animals, birds, or plants to show that they are a smaller type

Definition lesser in British English