abs

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abbreviation (1)

1
absolute
2
abstract

ABS

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noun

ˌā-(ˌ)bē-ˈes How to pronounce ABS (audio)
: a tough rigid plastic used especially for automobile parts and building materials

ABS

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abbreviation (2)

1
American Bible Society
2
antilock braking system

Word History

Etymology

Noun

acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene

First Known Use

Noun

1957, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of abs was in 1957

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abs

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ˈabz How to pronounce abs (audio)

plural of ab

abs

2 of 2 abbreviation
1
absent
2
absolute

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