CBC

n. Stands for Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. It is the national public radio and television broadcaster in Canada.

n. Abbreviation for Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. The Canadian national public radio and television broadcaster, operating in both English and French.

“I usually listen to the news on the CBC while driving to work.”

“The CBC remains a cornerstone of Canadian cultural identity, providing a platform for domestic talent across its vast radio and television networks.”

British English

n. Stands for complete blood count. A common medical test that measures the different types of cells in your blood.

n. Abbreviation for complete blood count. A standard clinical blood panel used to evaluate overall health and detect disorders such as anaemia or infection.

“The doctor ordered a CBC to check if my iron levels were low.”

“A routine CBC revealed an elevated white blood cell count, prompting the physician to investigate potential underlying inflammatory conditions.”

Technical

n. Stands for Congressional Black Caucus. A group of African American members of the United States Congress.

n. Abbreviation for Congressional Black Caucus. A legislative organization representing the African American members of the United States Congress.

“The CBC met today to discuss new laws regarding voting rights.”

“As a powerful voting bloc, the CBC exerts significant influence over the legislative agenda within the Democratic party.”

American English · Formal

adj. Stands for childless by choice. Describes someone who has decided not to have children.

adj. Abbreviation for childless by choice or child-free by choice. Used to describe individuals who have made a conscious decision not to reproduce.

“They are a CBC couple who enjoy traveling the world together.”

“The rise of CBC communities online reflects a growing social acceptance of lifestyles that deviate from traditional nuclear family structures.”

Informal