Many acronym lists you'll see are really lists of acronyms and initialisms or just lists of abbreviations. (Note that abbreviations include shortened words like esp. for especially as well as shortened phrases.). Summing up: 1  An abbreviation is a shortening of a word or a phrase.2  An acronym is an abbreviation that forms a word. 3  An initialism is an abbreviation that uses the first letter of each word in the phrase (thus, some but not all initialisms are acronyms). An acronym whose letters spell a word meaningful in the context of the term it stands for is called an apronym. ( 2 For example, BASIC, which stands for Beginner's All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code, is a very simple programming language.).
crutch definition: The definition of a crutch is a device that provides help or support, particularly for a broken or sprained limb. (noun) An example of a crutch is a wooden device that goes under the armpit to help a person walk with a broken leg. ...
Webster Dictionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: Scuttle(noun) a broad, shallow basket. Scuttle(noun) a wide-mouthed vessel for holding coal: a coal hod. Scuttle(verb) to run with affected precipitation; to hurry; to bustle; to scuddle. Scuttle(noun) a quick pace; a short run. Scuttle(noun) a small opening in an outside wall or covering, furnished with a lid.