| Meaning |
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| Type |
Acronym |
| Usage |
General (not just online) |
| Rank |
 | Common - used often |
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| Comments |
EG (or e.g.) is short for "Exempli gratia," which means "free example" in Latin. However, when used in English, it means "for example," and is often placed before a general example. When a specific example is used, the "ie" abbreviation may be used. |
| Meaning |
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| Type |
Acronym |
| Usage |
Online Only (chat, messaging, e-mail) |
| Rank |
 | Uncommon - rarely used |
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| Comments |
Also written <EG>. Implies mischief or other troublemaking behavior. Also WEG. |
Acronyms and abbreviations used in e-mail, online chat, instant messaging, and text messaging.
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