abs

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abbreviation (1)

absolute

abstract

ABS

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noun

ˌā-(ˌ)bē-ˈes

: a tough rigid plastic used especially for automobile parts and building materials

ABS

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abbreviation (2)

American Bible Society

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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Medical Definition

abs

1 of 2

ˈabz

plural of ab

abs

2 of 2 abbreviation

absent

absolute

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