English · Slang Attested

shortie

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Meaning · English

Something or someone that is shorter than normal.

Where it’s used: Used American English

That squirrel is a shortie.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

A short-handed goal.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

Alternative form of shorty (“child”).

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “shortie” mean?

Something or someone that is shorter than normal.

Is “shortie” formal or informal?

shortie is generally informal.

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