Definitions for: Shorthand

[n] a method of writing rapidly
[adj] written in abbreviated or symbolic form; "shorthand notes"

Webster (1913) Definition: Short"hand`, n.
A compendious and rapid method or writing by substituting
characters, abbreviations, or symbols, for letters, words,
etc.; short writing; stenography. See Illust. under
Phonography.

Synonyms: stenography, written

See Also: hand, handwriting, script