adverb
1.
a. : for a short time
remain with me a little
b. : for or at a short distance
can walk a little and then catch a cab
the two buildings are set a little apart from each other
2. : to an appreciable though not extensive amount or degree : to a considerable though not great extent or degree : somewhat , rather
found the play a little dull
liked her a little
3. : from time to time though not frequently : sometimes , occasionally
still gets around to seeing her a little