acronym
noun C1
Plain meaning
a word formed from the first letters of a phrase
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam contexts, it means a word formed from the first letters of a phrase, usually in a more formal register.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned acronym as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines acronym in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear acronymevidence of acronymwidespread acronym
Watch out
Do not use “acronym” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.