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Abs

Abs (name) means a diminutive of the female given name Abigail. Example: “Only her closest friends called her Abs.”

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A diminutive of the female given name Abigail.
"Only her closest friends called her Abs."
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Etymology

Clipping of Abigail plus the hypocoristic suffix -s.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Abs” mean?

The word “Abs” means a diminutive of the female given name Abigail.

How do you use “Abs” in a sentence?

Here is “Abs” used in a sentence: “Only her closest friends called her Abs.”

What part of speech is “Abs”?

“Abs” is a name.

Is “Abs” a common word?

“Abs” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What name is Abs short for?

'Abs' is a short form, or diminutive, of the female given name Abigail. It is used as an affectionate, informal nickname.

Is Abs a formal name or a nickname?

As a diminutive of Abigail, 'Abs' is informal and used as a friendly nickname rather than on official documents, where the full name Abigail would normally appear.

What other nicknames come from Abigail besides Abs?

Abigail commonly shortens to nicknames such as Abby, Abbie, and Gail, as well as Abs. 'Abs' is one of the more casual, affectionate forms.

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