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You’re texting your friend about hanging out when they message back “abs!” That sounds promising…but what exactly does “abs” mean again? If you’re not sure what to make of this slang term, we’re here to help. We’ll tell you what abs means in a text and on Snapchat, TikTok, and Instagram, how to use it, and what it can mean in other contexts. Read on to stay up to date with this internet lingo!
Things You Should Know
- “Abs” means absolutely in texts and online. People use it as another way to say “Yes,” or to show that they completely agree with someone.
- Use “Abs” to give your seal of approval, to enthusiastically confirm to plans, or to make an exaggerated opinion.
- While less common, “Abs” sometimes stands for abdominal muscles, anti-lock braking system, and absolute value.
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- There are lots of acronyms for ABS, like American Broadcasting System, Australian Bureau of Statistics, and American Bible Society. These are less common, so you’re unlikely to see these definitions in texts or on social media.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.slang.org/abs-meaning-definition/
- ↑ https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/core-exercises/art-20044751
- ↑ https://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/car-technology/a461/how-to-fix-anti-lock-brakes/
- ↑ https://www.mathsisfun.com/numbers/absolute-value.html
- ↑ https://www.ibm.com/docs/en/zos/2.3.0?topic=functions-abs-absolute-value
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