This collection groups acronyms and abbreviations by context so you can identify the full form that best matches the subject you are reading about. Individual entries link to dedicated pages where additional meanings can be added without mixing unrelated definitions into the category list.

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Can the same acronym have several meanings?

Yes. The same letters can represent unrelated phrases. Always consider the subject, industry and surrounding sentence before choosing a definition.

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