abbreviation
nounfeminine/ɐβɾɨviɐˈtuɾɐ/high
a·bre·vi·a·tu·ra
Definition
A shortened form of a word or phrase, usually consisting of one or more of its initial letters, followed or not by a period.
The abbreviation 'etc.' stands for 'et cetera'.
In dictionaries, it is common to find a list of abbreviations used.
Etymology
Do latim 'abbreviatura', de 'abbreviare' (abreviar).