Definition of SHORTHAND

shorthand

Meanings

Plural: shorthands

Noun

  • a method of writing rapidly
  • A rough and rapid method of writing by substituting symbols for letters, words, etc.
  • Any brief or shortened way of saying or doing something.

Adjective Satellite

  • written in abbreviated or symbolic form
    • "shorthand notes"

Verb

  • To render (spoken or written words) into shorthand.
  • To use a brief or shortened way of saying or doing something.
  • To write in shorthand.

Origin / Etymology

The noun is derived from short + hand (“handwriting; style of penmanship”). The verb is derived from the noun.

Antonyms

longhand

Scrabble Score: 16

shorthand is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
shorthand is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
shorthand is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 15

shorthand is a valid Words With Friends word