shortlisting
|short/list/ing|
B2
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/ˈʃɔrtˌlɪstɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ˈʃɔːtˌlɪstɪŋ/
(shortlist)
selecting from a list
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shortlist' originates from English, combining 'short' meaning 'brief' and 'list' meaning 'a series of names or items'.
Historical Evolution
'shortlist' evolved from the practice of creating a brief list of selected candidates or items.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a brief list of selected candidates,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the act of placing someone or something on a shortlist.
The committee is shortlisting candidates for the final interview.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41