= puppetish, adj.

Designating a breed of small dog associated with the island of Melita or Mljet. Cf. Melitaean, adj.

Of or belonging to the island of Melita or Mljet, esp. designating a breed of small dog associated with the island. Cf. Melitan, adj.

As a modifier, designating any of various breeds of dog of particularly small size, typically kept as house pets, or an animal of such a breed, as in…

Designating a plant or animal of a variety or breed that is smaller than the standard size.