for short

phrase

: as an abbreviation

named Katherine or Kate for short

Examples of for short in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These unruly genetic fragments are known as transposable elements, or transposons for short. — Jake Buehler, Quanta Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026

The new system is known as Strategic Management of Airspace, Routes and Trajectories, or SMART for short. — Joel Rose, NPR, 21 Sep. 2026

The Pentagon has planned for short, decisive military operations, and political leaders in Washington often promise them. — Nadia Schadlow, Foreign Affairs, 18 Sep. 2026

After a few spontaneous trial runs, Demi Moore may just be developing a penchant for short hair. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1824, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for for short

• abort
• airport
• alport
• athwart
• carport
• comport
• consort
• deport
• disport
• distort
• escort
• exhort