Meaning & Definition of word "Short"

Short

/ʃɔrt/

1. A short circuit or something that is shorter than normal.
- Example: There was a short in the wiring that caused the lights to flicker.

1. Having little length.
- Example: The fence is too short to keep the dog in the yard.
2. Not lasting a long time; brief.
- Example: She gave a short speech before the ceremony.
3. Of small stature; not tall.
- Example: He is short compared to his classmates.
4. Lacking in depth, intensity, or quantity.
- Example: The movie was entertaining but a bit short on plot.

1. In a short manner; briefly.
- Example: She apologized short and sweet before leaving.

Old English 'sceort', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'kort' and German 'kurz'.

cut short:

To interrupt or stop something before it is finished.

short and sweet:

Brief but pleasant or effective.

short change:

To give less change than is due.

shorten:

To make something shorter.

shrink:

To become or make something smaller in size.

abbreviate:

To shorten a word or phrase.

Meaning: Short on cash.

Example Sentence: I'm a bit short this week, can't go out.

Meaning: Short lived.

Example Sentence: Their relationship was short-lived.