LG
2 synonyms and 2 antonyms for LG, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Abbreviation — Large, used on clothing labels, menus, packaging and size charts.
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How to Use Lg
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The size abbreviation is common in American retail; British labels usually use L. Capitalise the brand name.
Etymology
As a company name, LG comes from Lucky-Goldstar, the merged name of the Korean firms Lucky and Goldstar, which the group adopted in shortened form. As a size abbreviation, it is simply a clipping of large.
Full origin of LG →Frequently Asked Questions
Does LG stand for Life's Good?
Life's Good is the company's advertising slogan, chosen to fit the initials, not the origin of the name. The letters come from Lucky-Goldstar, the two companies that formed the group.
Is LG the same as L on clothing?
Yes, both mean large. LG is more common on American labels and in size charts where the abbreviations run SM, MD, LG, XL, while L is standard in the UK and Europe.