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Meaning of short for | Babel Free

Phrase CEFR B2

Definitions

An abbreviation or nickname for; a shortening of.

Examples

“Don is short for Donald.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

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