Word
shorty
US/ˈʃɔɹti/
UK/ʃˈɔːti/
Definition
n. a casual or romantic way to talk about a woman or a girlfriend. It is also sometimes used to describe a person who is physically short.
n. a slang term used to refer to an attractive woman, a girlfriend, or occasionally a younger person. Often carries a diminutive or affectionate tone depending on the social context.
Examples
“He introduced his new shorty to the rest of the group.”
“The lyrics often mention a shorty waiting back home, reflecting a common trope in contemporary urban music.”
Examples
simple
“He introduced his new shorty to the rest of the group.”
contextual
“The lyrics often mention a shorty waiting back home, reflecting a common trope in contemporary urban music.”
Usage
Informal and slang; usage varies significantly by region and subculture.
Scan code
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