Thread: Stumped on a couple of abbreviations.
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Old 10-22-2013, 05:36 PM
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Default Very likely.....
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Originally Posted by timjake View Post
It all depends on context...examples:


BM
- ballistic missile (military)
- bowel movement (medical)

SSN
- Social Security Number
- Submarine, attack, nuclear (navy)
You are right. Confusing these terms could have drastic consequences.
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