short title

American  

noun

1. an abridged listing in a catalog or bibliography, giving only such essential information as the author's name and the book's title, publisher, and date and place of publication.

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Etymology

Origin of short title

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

It is worth noting the confusion that has resulted from reporting that may have been based on the short title of 18 U.S.C.

From Slate • Jul. 20, 2023

In Week 1370 the Empress asked you to write about someone using only the letters in that person’s name, along with an optional short title.

From Washington Post • Mar. 5, 2020

Cole and his crew also made time to film a short music video called "Surfin' in the DPRK," which begins with this short title card:

From The Verge • Aug. 19, 2016

Its founders chose the name out of a telephone book as they wanted a short title that would fit over their door.

From The Guardian • Jun. 24, 2010

The short title is, however, a poor guide to the contents of Papin’s book.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton