Short

n.

Heard in Dublin

A small measure of spirits such as whisky or vodka.

Will you have a pint or a short.

Posh English

Would you prefer a pint of ale or a modest measure of spirits?

Related terms

• Longin tin ill get ya in, but short an tik duz de trikSchoolyard advice on male sexual anatomy and performance.
• She's a couple of sandwiches short of a picnic!To be somewhat lacking in intelligence or quite scatterbrained.
• Short shriftTo dismiss someone or something abruptly.
• Thick as two short planksExtremely stupid or slow-witted.
• Snakie nagginThe act of drinking a small measure of spirits before heading out for the evening.
• I'll hit ya such a headbutt in da balls i'l break ur noseA threat of extreme violence, often humorous in its absurdity.