Meaning of the word acronyms in English

What does acronyms mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

acronyms

US /ˈækrəˌnɪmz/
UK /ˈækrənɪmz/

Plural Noun

abbreviations formed from the initial letters of other words and pronounced as a word

Example:
Many government agencies are known by their acronyms, such as NASA and FBI.
It's important to understand common acronyms used in your field.
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