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hrs

n. countable
A2 Elementary hrs

n. a short way of writing the word 'hours'. You use this in notes, on signs, or in text messages to save space.

n. the standard plural abbreviation for 'hours'. Used primarily in informal writing, technical documentation, or on signage where space is limited.


SIMPLE

The office is open 24 hrs a day.

CONTEXTUAL

The flight to Tokyo takes about 12 hrs from London, depending on the wind speed.

COMPLEX

Please note that the laboratory results will be available within 48 hrs of the initial sample collection, provided no further testing is required.

Synonyms
Usage

Always plural; the singular form is 'hr'. Typically written without a full stop in modern British English, though American English may use 'hrs.' in formal contexts.

Pitfall

It takes three hr.It takes three hrs.When referring to more than one hour, the plural abbreviation 'hrs' must be used instead of the singular 'hr'.

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