Dinaglat (en. Abbreviation)

/dinaɡlat/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A shortened or simplified form of a word or phrase.
The 'ATM' is abbreviated from 'Automated Teller Machine'.
Ang 'ATM' ay dinaglat mula sa 'Automated Teller Machine'.
Using a full word to express an idea in a shorter or easier way.
The abbreviated version of the company's name is easier to remember.
Ang dinaglat na bersyon ng pangalan ng kumpanya ay mas madaling tandaan.

Etymology

Originating from the combination of 'dahil' and 'gulat'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

abbreviated word
A word that has been simplified or shortened.
dinaglat na salita
shortened in essence
Shortened a concept or message.
pinaikli ng diwa

Related Words

shortened
A shorter or simplified version of a word or phrase.
pinaikli

Slang Meanings

shortening a word with abbreviations
'LOL' is short for 'Laughing Out Loud.'
Yung 'LOL' ay dinaglat ng 'Laughing Out Loud.'
making a word or phrase simpler or shorter
Xerox is the abbreviation for photocopy.
Xerox ang dinaglat ng photocopy.