Lilliputian: Beyond Tiny – Exploring the Word’s History and Usage
Introduction The word “Lilliputian” often conjures images of miniature people and fantastical lands. While many are familiar with the term, its origins and the depth of its metaphorical meaning are less widely understood. Born from the fertile imagination of Jonathan Swift in his satirical masterpiece *Gulliver’s Travels*, “Lilliputian” has transcended its literary beginnings to become…