1. a person who is short in stature
Usage: informal
2. something that is shorter than usual or expected
Usage: informal

Examples

• The basketball coach called him shortie because he was the smallest player on the team.
• She’s a shortie, but she can reach the top shelf with a step stool.
• I’ll take a shortie coffee instead of the large size.
• That shortie pencil won’t last very long.
• The shortie socks barely cover my ankles.
• Even though he’s a shortie, he’s the fastest runner in his class.