noun
a shortened form of a word or phrase used in place of the whole
adjective
relating to or characteristic of abbreviations
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The abbreviature for 'United States' is 'US'.
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Can you please use the abbreviature for 'Doctor'?
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I always use the abbreviature 'LOL' when texting with my friends.
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In poetry, the abbreviature 'O'er' is often used instead of 'Over'.