short-hand·ed (shôrthăndĭd)
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Tweet adj. 1. Lacking the usual or necessary number of workers, employees, or assistants. 2. Sports a. Having fewer players on the ice or playing area than the opposing team, usually because of a penalty. b. Scored by a team that is short-handed: a short-handed goal. |
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