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short·change
 shortchange
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- pronunciation:
- short
cheInj
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb)
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
shortchanges, shortchanging, shortchanged |
| definition 1: |
to return less than the correct amount of change to.
- similar words:
- short
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| definition 2: |
to treat in a dishonest or unfair manner, esp. to cheat or swindle.
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| related words: |
scant, scrimp |
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| derivation: |
shortchanger (n.) |
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