What words were originally acronyms?
Some words that were originally acronyms are:
- Radar (radio detection and ranging)
- Sonar (sound navigation and ranging)
- Scuba (self-contained underwater breathing apparatus)
- Laser (light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation)
These words have become so common in modern usage that they’re often written as words instead of acronyms (e.g., “radar” instead of “RADAR”).
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