runt

 
Pronunciation: /rʌnt/

noun

  • 1a small pig or other animal, especially the smallest in a litter.
  • derogatory an undersized or weak person.
  • 2a pigeon of a large domestic breed.
  • 3a small ox or cow, especially one of various Scottish Highland or Welsh breeds.

Derivatives

runty

adjective (runtier, runtiest)

Origin:

early 16th century (in the sense 'old or decayed tree stump'): of unknown origin