noun
shortness
noun
1
The state or quality of being short, in height, length, or duration.
"Shortness of breath can be a sign of many conditions."
"The shortness of the interview surprised everyone."
How to Use Shortness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe quality of being short.
Common pairings
shortness of breath
shortness of temper
Word Forms
shortnesses plural
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Etymology
From short + -ness.