Acronym
/ˈæk.rə.nɪm/
Definitions
- (n.) A word formed from the initial letters of a multi-word term or phrase.
NATO is an acronym for North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
Forms
- acronyms
Related terms
Commentary
In legal drafting, use acronyms sparingly and define them clearly to ensure clarity.
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