preciseabbreviation

noun

UK /prɪˈsaɪs əˌbriːviˈeɪʃən/

US /prɪˈsaɪs əˌbriːviˈeɪʃən/

A precise abbreviation is a short form of a word that is exact and clear.

The precise abbreviation for 'kilogram' is 'kg'.

SYNONYMS

exact short form clear shortening accurate acronym definite contraction

RELATED WORDS

abbreviation acronym initialism shortening contraction

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A shortened label used in science that has only one exact meaning.

In chemistry, 'Na' is a precise abbreviation for sodium.

3. A code name that stands for something specific without confusion.

The precise abbreviation 'USA' always means the United States of America.

4. A short written form that is officially agreed upon and exact.

Doctors use the precise abbreviation 'BP' for blood pressure.