Meaning of the word "short change" in English
What does "short change" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
short change
US /ˈʃɔrt ˌtʃeɪndʒ/
UK /ˈʃɔːt ˌtʃeɪndʒ/
Noun
an insufficient amount of money given back as change
Example:
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The cashier gave me short change; I was owed another dollar.
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Always count your change to avoid getting short change.
Verb
1.
to give someone less than the correct amount of money as change
Example:
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The vendor tried to short change me, but I noticed it immediately.
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It's easy to short change someone if they're not paying attention.
2.
to treat someone unfairly by not giving them what they deserve or expect
Example:
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The company decided to short change its employees by cutting benefits.
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Don't let anyone short change you on your dreams.