abbreviatedforms
nounUK /əˈbriːvieɪtɪd fɔːmz/
US /əˈbriːvieɪtɪd fɔːrmz/
Short ways to write or say words.
"Dr." and "Mr." are abbreviated forms of longer words.
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2. Shortened versions of names or titles used in writing.
The list used abbreviated forms like "J. Smith" instead of full names.
3. Compressed versions of longer phrases used in texting or online chat.
"LOL" and "BRB" are abbreviated forms people type quickly.
4. Condensed labels on maps or signs that save space.
The map showed abbreviated forms such as "St." for Street.