Etymology

abs

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Today it means: The abdominal muscles; plural of ab. Full definition →

First used First attested in the mid 20ᵗʰ century.
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Abs · noun, proper noun1

From Ab + -s (plural suffix).

Abs · proper noun2

Clipping of Abigail + -s (hypocoristic suffix).

First known use, by meaning

  • First attested in the mid 20ᵗʰ century. The abdominal muscles; plural of ab.

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