Shortest

//ˈʃɔːtɪst// adj

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Definitions

Adjective

1
superlative form of short: most short; Least in stature, length or height. form-of, superlative
"The two-word poem "Fleas", by Ogden Nash, is arguably the shortest poem in the English language."

Synonyms

direct few least lowest minimal minimum

Example

"Great geniuses have the shortest biographies."

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