shorty
Shorty (noun) means someone or something shorter than average; often used as an affectionate nickname. Example: “His friends have called him "Shorty" since school.”
How to use shorty
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal, often affectionate name for a short person, or a short-sleeved wetsuit.
Informal; as a term for a person, tone depends heavily on context and relationship.
Word forms
shorties plural
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Etymology
From short + -y.
Rhymes for shorty
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What does “shorty” mean?
The word “shorty” means someone or something shorter than average; often used as an affectionate nickname. In plain terms, an informal, often affectionate name for a short person, or a short-sleeved wetsuit.
How do you pronounce “shorty”?
“Shorty” is pronounced SHAW-tee (/ˈʃoɹ.ti/ in IPA).
How do you use “shorty” in a sentence?
Here is “shorty” used in a sentence: “His friends have called him "Shorty" since school.”
What part of speech is “shorty”?
“Shorty” is a noun.
Is “shorty” a common word?
“Shorty” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “shorty” have?
“Shorty” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone or something shorter than average; often used as an affectionate nickname.