Definition of Short shrift

1. Noun. A brief and unsympathetic rejection. "They made short shrift of my request"

Exact synonyms: Summary Treatment
Generic synonyms: Rejection

Definition of Short shrift

1. Noun. (informal sometimes preceded by (term the)) A quick rejection, especially one which is impolite and undertaken without proper consideration. ¹

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Lexicographical Neighbors of Short Shrift

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short root of ciliary ganglion
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