Word
assn
Phoneticsassn
Definition
n. Stands for Association. A group of people who join together for a shared purpose, such as a sport, a hobby, or a job.
n. Abbreviation for Association. An organized body of people who have a common interest, activity, or purpose.
Examples
“He joined the local football assn last year.”
“The national assn for teachers published a new report on classroom technology and student engagement.”
“While the assn was originally founded to support local artisans, it has since expanded its reach to include international advocacy and trade policy negotiations.”
Examples
simple
“He joined the local football assn last year.”
contextual
“The national assn for teachers published a new report on classroom technology and student engagement.”
complex
“While the assn was originally founded to support local artisans, it has since expanded its reach to include international advocacy and trade policy negotiations.”
Usage
Commonly used in the titles of organizations; often written with a period (assn.) in formal documents.
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