Shorthand

Pronunciation: /ˈʃɔːrtˌhænd/

Shorthand (noun)

  1. a fast way of writing using symbols or abbreviations instead of full words.
  2. a simple way to represent something complex using fewer words or symbols.

Examples

  • She learned shorthand to take notes faster.
  • Using shorthand can save time during meetings.

Common collocations: learn shorthand, write in shorthand, shorthand notes, shorthand version, serve as shorthand