Internet
w/o
What does w/o mean?
An abbreviation of "without," pairing W with a slash and O. Common in quick notes.
"I'll take the salad w/o onions."
Origin
A shorthand notation for "without" from note-taking, common in texting.
Frequently asked questions
What does w/o mean?
w/o is shorthand for "without," often used in notes and orders, like "burger w/o pickles."
How do you use w/o?
Put it before whatever you want left out, such as "coffee w/o sugar" or "a day w/o rain."
Where does w/o come from?
It's a note-taking abbreviation using the slash to compress "without," carried over into texting and quick messages.
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