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SHORT(noun)

1. A short circuit.

2. A short film.

SHORT(verb)

1. To cause a short circuit in (something).

2. Of an electrical circuit, to short circuit.

SHORT(adjective)

1. Having a small distance from one end or edge to another, either horizontally or vertically.

2. (of a person) Of comparatively small height.

SHORT(adverb)

1. Abruptly, curtly, briefly.

2. Unawares.

SHORT(preposition)

1. Deficient in.

2. Having a negative position in.