Having little length or height. The child was too short to reach the top shelf.
Lasting or taking a small amount of time. The meeting was surprisingly short, ending in just 15 minutes.
Lacking in amount or extent; insufficient. We are short on supplies and need to restock soon.
Rudely brief or abrupt in manner. His short response made it clear he was not in the mood to talk.
Designating a vowel or syllable pronounced with relatively brief duration. In the word "bit," the vowel sound is short.
(of pastry) containing a high proportion of fat to flour and therefore crumbly. Short pastry requires more butter, which makes it tender and crumbly.