Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
short-of
preposition
/ʃɔrt ʌv/
Definition
not reaching a specific level or standard
Examples
- He was short-of funds to buy the car he wanted.
- The project was short-of the deadline by two weeks.
- They were short-of staff during the busy season.
Meaning
The term ‘short-of’ denotes a situation where something does not meet a certain expectation or requirement.
Synonyms
- below
- less than
- not enough
