word
Shortness
SHAW-rtnuhs
/ˈʃɔːrtnʌs/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
shortness
Dictionary meaning
An abrupt discourteous manner.
Examples
- The shortness of air travel time.
- The shortness of the Channel crossing.
Synonyms: abruptness
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