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ABBREVIATIONS Synonyms

There are 12 synonyms of the word abbreviations. (exact relations)
There are 5 hypernyms of the word abbreviations. (close relations)
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abridgement
nounn
noun

• a shortened version of a written work

abstract
noun, adjectiven, adj
adjective

• existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment

noun

• a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance

• a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory

adjective satellite

• not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature

• dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention

verb

• consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically

• make off with belongings of others

• consider apart from a particular case or instance

• give an abstract (of)

compression
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an increase in the density of something

• the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together

• encoding information while reducing the bandwidth or bits required

• applying pressure

condensation
nounn
noun

• (psychoanalysis) an unconscious process whereby two ideas or images combine into a single symbol; especially in dreams

• the process of changing from a gaseous to a liquid or solid state

• atmospheric moisture that has condensed because of cold

• the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together

• a shortened version of a written work

• the act of increasing the density of something

contraction
nounn
noun

• (physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber)

• the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together

• a word formed from two or more words by omitting or combining some sounds

• the act of decreasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope

curtailment
nounn
noun

• the temporal property of being cut short

• the act of withholding or withdrawing some book or writing from publication or circulation

• the reduction of expenditures in order to become financially stable

epitome
nounn
noun

• a standard or typical example

• a brief abstract (as of an article or book)

reduction
nounn
noun

• the act of decreasing or reducing something

• any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occurs accompanied by oxidation of the reducing agent

• the act of reducing complexity

shortcut
nounn
noun

• a route shorter than the usual one

summary
nounn
noun

• a brief statement that presents the main points in a concise form

adjective satellite

• performed speedily and without formality

• briefly giving the gist of something

abbreviature
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compend
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Best Hypernyms For ABBREVIATIONS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for abbreviations, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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Phrases (1)
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