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shortIn programming, an integer variable. In C, a short is two bytes and can be signed (-32K to +32K) or unsigned (64K). Contrast with long. short 1. Prosody a. denoting a vowel that is phonetically short or a syllable containing such a vowel. In classical verse short vowels are followed by one consonant only or sometimes one consonant plus a following l or r b. (of a vowel or syllable in verse that is not quantitative) not carrying emphasis or accent; unstressed 2. (of a drink of spirits) undiluted; neat 3. a drink of spirits as opposed to a long drink such as beer 4. Phonetics Prosody a short vowel or syllable 5. a short film, usually of a factual nature 6. See short circuit How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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