ALL meanings of shorthand
short·hand
S s - noun shorthand a method of rapid handwriting using simple strokes, abbreviations, or symbols that designate letters, words, or phrases (distinguished from longhand). 1
- noun shorthand a simplified or makeshift manner or system of communication: We spoke in a kind of pidgin shorthand to overcome the language barrier. 1
- adjective shorthand using or able to use shorthand. 1
- adjective shorthand written in shorthand. 1
- adjective shorthand of or relating to shorthand. 1
- noun shorthand rapid writing system 1
- adjective shorthand written in shorthand 1
- noun shorthand symbolic, simplified communication 1
- uncountable noun shorthand Shorthand is a quick way of writing and uses signs to represent words or syllables. Shorthand is used by secretaries and journalists to write down what someone is saying. 0
- uncountable noun shorthand You can use shorthand to mean a quick or simple way of referring to something. 0
- noun shorthand a system of rapid handwriting employing simple strokes and other symbols to represent words or phrases 0
- noun shorthand (as modifier) 0
- noun shorthand any system of speed writing using quickly made symbols to represent letters, words, and phrases 0
- adjective shorthand using or written in shorthand 0