OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY[OED]- HOW TO PRONOUNCE%20 ACRONYM – WITH MEANING AND DEFINITION.
OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY[OED]- HOW TO PRONOUNCE%20 ACRONYM – WITH MEANING AND DEFINITION.
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1. What is the Oxford English Dictionary (OED)?
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) is the most comprehensive and authoritative dictionary of the English language. It is published by Oxford University Press and is widely regarded as the definitive record of the English language.
Features:
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Tracks word meanings, etymology, and usage over time
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Contains over 600,000 words
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Used by linguists, researchers, and students globally
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Includes British, American, and other English dialects
2. How to Pronounce “Acronym”?
Word: Acronym
Phonetic Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæk.rə.nɪm/
In simple syllables:
AK-ruh-nim
Examples:
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British English: /ˈæk.rə.nɪm/ -
American English: /ˈæk.rə.nɪm/
You can listen to the pronunciation on the Oxford Learner’s Dictionary website.
3. Meaning and Definition of “Acronym” (OED Style)
Acronym (noun):
A word formed from the initial letters of other words and pronounced as a word itself.
Examples:
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NATO → North Atlantic Treaty Organization
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NASA → National Aeronautics and Space Administration
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RADAR → Radio Detection and Ranging
Not to be confused with initialisms:
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USA → pronounced as U-S-A (initialism, not an acronym)
Summary Table:
| Term | Pronunciation | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acronym | AK-ruh-nim | Word from initial letters, said as a word | NASA |
| OED | O-E-D | Oxford English Dictionary (not an acronym!) | Oxford reference |
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