Word to the Wise: Acronym

An "acronym" (AK-ruh-nim) is a word formed by combining the initial letters (or parts) of several words. Some common words that you might not recognize as being acronyms include:

• laser (Lightwave Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation)

• radar (RAdio Detecting And Ranging)

• scuba (Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus)

• sonar (SOund NAvigation Rangin)

• yuppie (Young Urban Professional)

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