Abbreviation

Definition

An abbreviation is a word or set of words that is shortened.

Synonyms

• Abbreviated form (formal concept)

Generic relations

Superordinate concept is:

• Word

Subordinate concepts are:

• Short form
• Clipped term
• Abbreviation
• Initialism
• Acronym

References

ISO 704 (2000). Terminology work - Principles and methods.