abbreviation
noun
Pronunciation: /əˌbriːviˈeɪʃən/
Definition
A shortened form of a word or phrase used to represent the whole.
Examples
The abbreviation for 'doctor' is 'Dr.'
Many text messages rely heavily on the use of an abbreviation like 'lol' or 'brb'.
Check the document's appendix for a list of every technical abbreviation used in the report.
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