Meaning of the word "for short" in English
What does "for short" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
for short
US /fɔr ʃɔrt/
UK /fɔː ʃɔːt/
Phrase
using a shorter name or abbreviation for something
Example:
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My name is Elizabeth, but you can call me Liz for short.
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The United Nations, or UN for short, was founded in 1945.