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    This document distinguishes between acronyms and initialisms. Acronyms form new words from the initial letters of longer phrases, like NASA or laser. Initialisms are pronounced letter-by-letter, like ATM, NFL, or idk. The document provides examples of common acronyms and initialisms from different domains to illustrate the difference between the two types of shortened forms.

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    Initialisms (pronounce each

    Acronyms (form new words) letter)

    radar (radio detection and ranging) ATM (automated teller machine)

    scuba (self-contained underwater breathing apparatus) NFL (National Football League)

    NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) FAQ (frequently asked questions)

    laser (light amplification by stimulated emission of


    brb (be right back)
    radiation)

    POTUS (President of the United States) idk (I don't know)

    gif (graphics interchange format) a/c (air conditioning)

    SIM card (subscriber identification module) aka (also known as)

    ZIP code (zone improvement plan) fyi (for your information)

    AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) lcd (liquid crystal display)

    taser (Thomas A. Swift's Electric Rifle) ufo (unidentified flying object)

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