(phonics) The vowel sound in the English words cat and rack, usually represented by /æ/ or /a/.

The ampersand symbol.

Denoting an abbreviation or nickname for; a shortening of.

Casual short trousers with pockets, originally designed for outdoor activities.

A type of knee-high shorts.

Shorts worn as underwear by men.

Alternative form of boyshorts

A type of relatively lightweight shorts with elastic waistbands designed for use in sports and physical activity, especially gym class. The terms basketball shorts and mesh shorts are used nearly synonymously with gym shorts in the United States, despite their different initial usage.

Alternative spelling of boardshorts

Alternative spelling of Bermuda shorts