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.

plural of short wave

Alternative spelling of shortwave

plural of short shrift

(idiomatic, usually preceded by the) The final steps of an undertaking, especially one which has been lengthy or laborious. / (idiomatic) Bare essentials.

plural of short bus

(US, slang) A shorter school bus, typically equipped with a wheelchair lift, used for transporting children who are physically disabled or who are being educated in special programs, often for learning disabilities.

(US, slang, derogatory) Stupid; dumb; slow.

plural of short leash

plural of short stop