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Shorthand

Shorthand Meaning & Definition
Shorthand Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Shorthand?

[n] a method of writing rapidly
[adj] written in abbreviated or symbolic form; "shorthand notes"

Synonyms | Synonyms for Shorthand: stenography | written

Related Terms | Find terms related to Shorthand:

See Also | hand | handwriting | script

Shorthand In Webster's Dictionary

\Short"hand`\, n. A compendious and rapid method or writing by substituting characters, abbreviations, or symbols, for letters, words, etc.; short writing; stenography. See Illust. under {Phonography}.

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