shorthand
/ˈʃɔːrthænd/
noun
- A fast way of writing using symbols or abbreviations to represent words or phrases.
- The secretary took notes in shorthand during the meeting.
- She learned shorthand to help her write down lectures more quickly.
- Many journalists still use shorthand to record interviews.
- A shorter or simpler way of saying or referring to something.
- The term 'the Big Apple' is a shorthand for New York City.
- Using 'etc.' is a shorthand for listing additional items.
- In the tech world, 'AI' is a common shorthand for artificial intelligence.
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adjective
- Using or relating to shorthand writing.
- The old notebook was filled with shorthand symbols.
- She took a shorthand course to improve her office skills.
- He passed the shorthand test with a high score.