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INITIALISMS

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There are 2 meanings of the word Initialisms.

Initialisms - as a noun

A term formed from the initial letters of several words or parts of words, but which is itself pronounced letter by letter.

Example: "Bbc is an initialism for british broadcasting corporation."

The process of forming words or terms using initial letters of other words.

Example Sentences

"Some common initialisms in everyday conversation include LOL (laugh out loud) and OMG (oh my god)."
"The use of initialisms can make written communication more efficient and concise."
"Journal article titles sometimes include initialisms to shorten lengthy phrases."
"In the medical field, initialisms like MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) are frequently used."
"Government agencies often have official initialisms, such as NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration)."
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Word Game Points

Is INITIALISMS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, initialisms is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INITIALISMS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is INITIALISMS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, initialisms is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INITIALISMS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is INITIALISMS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, initialisms is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INITIALISMS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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