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ABBREVIATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Abbreviation.

How to pronounce abbreviation:

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Abbreviation - as a noun

A shortened form of a word or phrase

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
descriptorformsignifierword form
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Shortening something by omitting parts of it

Example Sentences

"In medical terms, MRI is the abbreviation for Magnetic Resonance Imaging."
"The abbreviation 'USA' stands for United States of America."
"Please write your full name, not just the abbreviation."
"The abbreviation 'etc.' is short for et cetera."
"NASA is the commonly used abbreviation for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration."
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Word Game Points

Is ABBREVIATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, abbreviation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ABBREVIATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is ABBREVIATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, abbreviation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ABBREVIATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is ABBREVIATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, abbreviation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ABBREVIATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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