short

adjective

UK /ʃɔːt/

US /ʃɔːrt/

Something that is short is not very long or tall.

The little boy has short hair.

SYNONYMS

brief small little quick low

RELATED WORDS

long tall height length brief

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Not lasting a long time.

We took a short break after lunch.

3. Not having enough of something.

We are short of milk, so please buy some.

4. Speaking in few words, sometimes in a rude way.

He was short with me because he was tired.

5. A small drink of strong alcohol.

He ordered a short at the bar.