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    Technically, what is the difference between a dwarf and a midget?

    Question #40981. Asked by Hamlet..

    sequoianoir

    Dwarf
    An abnormally small person, often having limbs and features atypically proportioned or formed.
    An atypically small animal or plant.

    Midget
    An extremely small person who is otherwise normally proportioned.
    A small or miniature version of something.


    Nov 10 03, 5:14 PM
    jestofo

    A dwarf is a person with a genetic disorder which causes him/her to be shorter than usual. It is often accompanied by other abnormalities.

    A midget is person who happens to be smaller than normal, but is otherwise normally proportioned.

    I actually wrote an article about this : ). You should read it here: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2310793/the_difference_between_midgets_and.html?cat=5

    Oct 22 09, 10:34 PM

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