What does ultrashort mean?
Ultrashort means (technical or informal) Very short..
Ultrashort
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(technical or informal) Very short..
Definitions by Sense
- (technical or informal) Very short.
- (sciences) Extremely short in duration, typically on the femtosecond scale
- (physics, of a wave) Having a wavelength of between 1 and 10 metres
- (finance) Having a very short term of investment, typically less than a year
- (finance) A bond with an extremely short term, typically less than a year
Example Sentences
ultrashort skirts
an ultrashort pulse
an ultrashort bond
Ultrashorts were a way for the fund industry to appeal to bank customers, by offering an investment whose price did not vary much but whose yield was higher than that on certificates of deposit.
Synonyms for ultrashort
Antonyms for ultrashort
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Word Forms
- ultrashorts
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for ultrashort?
Common synonyms include megashort.
What is the opposite of ultrashort?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use ultrashort in a sentence?
ultrashort skirts
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