Short Form

noun

Meaning

A condensed or abbreviated version of a word, name, or phrase.

Examples

Many people use the short form 'Alex' instead of the full name 'Alexander'.
The short form of the word 'laboratory' is commonly used in casual conversation.

Synonyms: abbreviation, diminutive, contraction

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Short Form

noun

Pronunciation: ʃɔːrt fɔːrm

Definition

A condensed or abbreviated version of a word, name, or phrase.

Examples

Many people use the short form 'Alex' instead of the full name 'Alexander'.
The short form of the word 'laboratory' is commonly used in casual conversation.
Please provide your full name on the document rather than a short form.

Synonyms of Short Form

Words with a similar meaning to Short Form:

abbreviation
diminutive
contraction

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