noun (common) (futsuumeishi) word usually written using kana alone sensitive small child;pipsqueak;small fry;small, cute versions of manga, anime, etc. characters, typically with oversized heads

noun (common) (futsuumeishi) sensitive word usually written using kana alone short person;midget;dwarf

noun (common) (futsuumeishi) word usually written using kana alone small animal;runt

prefix word usually written using kana alone worn down (pencil, etc.)

Ichidan verbintransitive verb to get blunt;to dull;to wear out