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adjective · noun · interjection

fab

adj. · n. · interj.
US /ˈfæb/ UK /fˈæb/ fab

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate Informal

    adj.a short, informal way to say 'fabulous' or 'excellent'.

    adj.an informal clipping of 'fabulous', used to denote high quality or excellence.

    Simple

    We had a fab time at the party last night.

    In context

    The designer's new collection received fab reviews from the fashion press, cementing her reputation as a leader in sustainable luxury.

  2. 02 C1 Advanced TechnicalInformal Computing

    n.a factory where computer chips and other electronic parts are made.

    n.a microchip manufacturing plant; a clipping of 'fabrication plant'.

    Simple

    The company is building a new fab to increase chip production.

    In context

    Global supply chains were disrupted when a major semiconductor fab in East Asia was forced to suspend operations due to power shortages.

  3. 03 B2 Upper Intermediate InformalBritish English Music

    n.a nickname for a member of the famous British band, The Beatles.

    n.a member of the English rock band The Beatles, typically used in the plural 'the Fab Four'.

    Simple

    He has a rare poster signed by every fab.

    In context

    Music historians often debate which fab contributed most to the experimental sound of their later albums.

    beatle
  4. 04 B2 Upper Intermediate InformalHumorous

    interj.a quick way to say you have understood a message or agree with a plan.

    interj.used to acknowledge receipt and understanding of information, often in digital communication.

    Simple

    I'll meet you at six. — Fab, see you then.

    In context

    The project manager replied with a simple 'Fab' to confirm she had reviewed the updated timeline.

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Level B1 · Intermediate
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