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I never want to be seen in my boxer shorts ever again.
Christian Cooke

Meaning of "shorts" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF SHORTS

shorts  [ʃɔːts] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF SHORTS

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Shorts is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES SHORTS MEAN IN ENGLISH?

shorts

Shorts

Shorts are a garment worn by both men and women over their pelvic area, circling the waist and splitting to cover the upper part of the legs, sometimes extending down to knee but not covering the entire length of the leg. They are called "shorts" because they are a shortened version of pants, which cover the entire leg. Shorts are typically worn in warm weather or in an environment where comfort and airflow are more important than the protection of the legs. There are a variety of shorts, ranging from knee-length short pants that can be worn as formal clothes to beachwear and athletic shorts. Some types of shorts are typically worn by women, as in the case of culottes, which are a divided skirt resembling a pair of loose-cut shorts.

Definition of shorts in the English dictionary

The first definition of shorts in the dictionary is trousers reaching the top of the thigh or partway to the knee, worn by both sexes for sport, relaxing in summer, etc. Other definition of shorts is men's underpants that usually reach mid-thigh Usual Brit word: pants. Shorts is also short-dated gilt-edged securities.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH SHORTS


bort
bɔːts
bortz
bɔːts
boyshorts
ˈbɔɪˌʃɔːts
exports
ˈɛkspɔːts
Ghats
ɡɔːts
kiwisports
ˈkiːwiːˌspɔːts
orts
ɔːts
quartz
kwɔːts
sports
spɔːts
thoughts
θɔːts
undershorts
ˈʌndəˌʃɔːts
walkshorts
ˈwɔːkˌʃɔːts

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE SHORTS

shorthand
shorthand notebook
shorthand notes
shorthand typing
shorthand typist
shorthand writer
shorthold tenancy
shorthorn
shortia
shortie
shorties
shortish
shortlist
shortly
shortness
shortness of breath
shortsheet
shortstop
shortsword
shorty

WORDS THAT END LIKE SHORTS

all-sorts
athletic sports
Bermuda shorts
board shorts
boxer shorts
Cinque Ports
comforts
creature comforts
cycling shorts
field sports
home comforts
Jockey Shorts
junior varsity sports
liquorice all-sorts
of sorts
out of sorts
racket sports
varsity sports
water sports
winter sports

Synonyms and antonyms of shorts in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «shorts» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF SHORTS

Find out the translation of shorts to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of shorts from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «shorts» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

短裤
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

pantalón corto
570 millions of speakers

English

shorts
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

शॉर्ट्स
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

شورت
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

шорты
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

bermudas
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

হাফপ্যান্ট
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

short
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

seluar pendek
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Shorts
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

半ズボン
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

반바지
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Celana pendek
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

quần soóc
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

ஷார்ட்ஸ்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

चड्डी
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

şort
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

calzoncini
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

szorty
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

шорти
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

șort
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

σορτς
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

kortbroek
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

shorts
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

kortbukser
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of shorts

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «SHORTS»

The term «shorts» is very widely used and occupies the 4.556 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «SHORTS» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «shorts» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «shorts» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about shorts

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10 QUOTES WITH «SHORTS»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word shorts.
1
Alessandra Ambrosio
In the summer I wear shorts with a bright top and ankle boots or just sandals. I'll add a nice scarf, maybe a hat, some cool sunglasses. It's all about the accessories.
2
Diedrich Bader
I like playing a guy who wears pants as opposed to shorts.
3
Tom Bergeron
When I had people scratchin' my shorts a bit, it played better. We lost a bit of that in all the personnel changes and it's an element we need to get back.
4
Derek Blasberg
I used to sleep in the T-shirt I wore during the day and whatever ratty old gym shorts I could find on the floor. But one year for Christmas, someone gave me a very chic, comfortable pair of pajamas from Brooks Brothers, and I realized the error of my ways.
5
Soulja Boy
I think swag is very important to rappers. It's the overall appearance and style of an artist - these blue shorts and this blue hat and this $80,000 chain, this jewelry and all these tattoos, that's swag.
6
Sam Bradford
I need to have proper equipment when I work out, and the Nike Frees are light, comfortable, and great for training. I also usually bring a short-sleeve or long-sleeve compression shirt and a pair of shorts.
7
Thom Browne
Seersucker and khaki suits are the key to looking put-together in the summer. I also wear shorts year-round. And I would never say never, but I don't wear sandals. With shorts, it's wing tips and tennis socks.
8
John Carney
After a couple of attempts at making shorts, I decided to make a feature film with a friend, Tom Hall, whom I've worked with ever since.
9
Christian Cooke
I did 'Echo Beach,' a surfing drama that meant I was often topless. Next came 'Demons,' and the opening sequence had me in my boxer shorts; and then there was a scene in 'Trinity' with me walking around in boxer shorts. It was only one scene in each series.
10
Christian Cooke
I never want to be seen in my boxer shorts ever again.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SHORTS»

Discover the use of shorts in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to shorts and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Athletic Shorts
They also introduce some new and unforgettable personalities who may well be heard from again in future books. As with all Crutcher's work, these are stories about athletes, and yet they are not sport stories.
Chris Crutcher, 2009
2
Zen Shorts
When Stillwater the giant panda moves into the neighborhood, the stories he tells to three siblings teach them to look at the world in new ways.
Jon J. Muth, 2008
3
Filmmaking for Teens: Pulling Off Your Shorts
This updated edition to this classic manual for young filmmakers includes numerous additions reflecting the enormous changes impacting the world of digital video
Troy Lanier, Clay Nichols, 2010
4
Best Shorts: Favorite Short Stories for Sharing
Presents a collection of short stories featuring loyal pets, rogue waves, ghosts who use cell phones, and young people caught up in events beyond their control.
Avi, Carolyn Shute, 2006
5
Khaki Shorts and Saffron Flags: A Critique of the Hindu Right
This Important Tract Is Essential Reading For Anyone Who Is Concerned With The Real Nature Of The Politics Of Hindutva, And With The Increasing Communalization Of Indian Society.
‎1993
6
Bermuda Shorts
In clothing, Bermuda Shorts are a kind of casual formal wear - and in this collection of essays, Bermuda Shorts is the perfect metaphor for James J. Patterson's fundamentally serious but playful literary style.
James Patterson, Rose Solari, 2012
7
Shorts Aircraft Since 1900
This popular and highly-acclaimed series includes an abundance of photos, accurate line drawings, fascinating evaluations of aircraft design, and complete histories of aircraft manufacturers.
Christopher Henry Barnes, Derek N. James, 1989
8
Grandpa's Shorts
Grandpa is determined to find his old shorts and wear them to the beach.
Joy Watson, 2001
9
Keaton's Silent Shorts: Beyond the Laughter
Beyond the laughter and beyond the great stone face, Oldham presents a treasure of cinema comedy and a unique philosophy of life as captured by a great filmmaker.
Gabriella Oldham, 2010
10
Sally's Shorts: An Evening of Short Plays
Race, war and history collide in this play, set in 1874, the year of the Red River War on the southern plains, when a group of black troopers of the Tenth Cavalry, Buffalo Soldiers, are sent to suppress an uprising of the Southern Cheyenne.
Sally Nemeth, 1995

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SHORTS»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term shorts is used in the context of the following news items.
1
The Salute Your Shorts Cast Had A Reunion
TV show reunions are all the rage these days, whether it's in full series form on Netflix or for one-time things. Everybody loves a “where are they now?” story, and ... «Cinema Blend, Jun 15»
2
Colbert read Flannery O'Connor story for 'Selected Shorts'
Established 30 years ago, Selected Shorts has featured such well known readers as Meryl Streep and Jane Fonda reading notable works of literature. O'Connor ... «The Seattle Times, Apr 15»
3
When Wearing Shorts Was Taboo
The city of Honesdale, Pa., for instance, banned the wearing of shorts in 1938, according to the Moberly Monitor-Index in Missouri. "Honesdale is a modest town, ... «NPR, Apr 15»
4
India's News In Shorts Raises $4 Million Series A Round Led By …
News In Shorts, an India-based company that operates a news digest app for iOS and Android, has raised a $4 million Series A round led by Tiger Global. «TechCrunch, Feb 15»
5
Oscar Shorts in Theaters
A. O. Scott reviewed all three programs, writing, “If the shorts are inevitably upstaged by the main show, they also offer a vision of what the Academy Awards ... «New York Times, Jan 15»
6
Nissan Recalls SUVs to Fix Electrical Shorts, Hood Latches
Nissan is recalling nearly 768,000 SUVs worldwide to fix faulty hood latches and electrical shorts that could cause fires. The larger Nissan recall announced ... «NBC4 Washington, Jan 15»
7
What is Jaguars receiver Cecil Shorts worth? Try a 4-year, $37.8 …
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Cecil Shorts (84) runs after making a catch against the Tennessee Titans during an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014 ... «Florida Times-Union, Oct 14»
8
Cecil Shorts Injury: Updates on Jaguars Star's Hamstring and Return
Cecil Shorts III (muscle strain) not expected to play this week. ... Jacksonville Jaguars star receiver Cecil Shorts exited Sunday's Week 4 game against the San ... «Bleacher Report, Sep 14»
9
Open Locker Room: WRs Cecil Shorts III, Allen Hurns probable
Cecil Shorts III , the Jaguars' most experienced wide receiver, has been listed as probable on the final injury report of the week, meaning he is expected to play ... «Jacksonville Jaguars, Sep 14»
10
Open locker room: Waiting and seeing with WR Cecil Shorts III
As far as Shorts, who missed the regular-season opener against ... will see how Shorts progresses through the week, and he also said safety Johnathan Cyprien ... «Jacksonville Jaguars, Sep 14»

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