I. ˈlēst adjective, superlative of (I) little
Etymology: Middle English leest, from Old English lǣst, superlative of lǣssa less
Date: before 12th century
1. : lowest in importance or position
2.
a. : smallest in size or degree
b. : being a member of a kind distinguished by diminutive size
the least bittern
c. : smallest possible : slightest
II. noun
Date: 12th century
: one that is least
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- at least
III. adverb, superlative of (II) little
Date: 13th century
: in the smallest or lowest degree
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- least of all