shorthand
n. uncountablen. a fast way of writing using special signs or short letters. It is also used to describe a quick way of saying something complicated.
n. a method of rapid writing using abbreviations and symbols, typically for taking dictation; by extension, a shorter way of expressing a complex idea.
The secretary takes notes in shorthand during the meeting.
In many online communities, using acronyms has become a convenient shorthand for expressing complex emotional reactions.
While digital recording has largely replaced manual transcription, many journalists still find shorthand an invaluable skill for capturing quotes in environments where electronics are prohibited.
The noun is derived from short + hand (“handwriting; style of penmanship”). The verb is derived from the noun.
Often used with the preposition 'for' when referring to a symbolic or abbreviated representation of an idea.