If you receive an email with ‘PFA’ in the message body? You better check it for attachments. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this acronym. Meaning The acronym ‘PFA’ has two meanings. The first and most common use of the acronym pertains to professional business writing. In this case, PFA stands for ‘Please […]
OST – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did you enjoy the Hollywood blockbuster 'Maverick?' If you enjoyed the music in the film, Why not pick up a copy of the OST? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The acronym 'OST' is an abbreviation of 'Original Soundtrack.' A soundtrack is recorded music synchronized to a motion picture, TV […]
Ope – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did a nice old lady say 'ope' and squeeze past you in the store? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression 'ope' is midwestern slang. People will usually use the word before they say something else. It's common for people to use it before they say 'sorry.' Some suggest […]
Pro Se – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you a law student accused of a crime? You could waive your right to legal representation and handle your case ‘Pro Se.’ This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘Pro Se’ is a legal term. The word originates from the Latin term ‘Pro Se,’ meaning ‘on behalf of […]
Op Ed – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Is someone chiming in on your statement or speech? You could ask them to save you the frustration and refrain from leaving their op-ed. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression 'op-ed' is an abbreviation of 'opposite the editorial page.' Typically, an op-ed in a newspaper reflects the opinions […]
IFY – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you looking for a casual way to tell someone that you totally get where they're coming from — the shorter, the better? The abbreviation "IFY" may be a great solution if you're messaging someone on the internet. Here, we'll take a look at what it means, where it came from, and how you can […]
MCM Hashtag – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Do you have a man crush? Why not post it on social media with the hashtag #MCM? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this viral acronym. Meaning The acronym ‘MCM’ stands for ‘Man Crush Mondays.’ It’s a popular term on social media, and users post content on their social media accounts using the […]
LBVS – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Do you find yourself laughing, rather inappropriately and perhaps nervously, at a tragic situation? Should you find the need to share what happened with a friend via text message or an app, you might use the abbreviation "LBVS". This post explores what LBVS means and where it came from, as well as how to use […]
Laxed – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you lying on the couch feeling chilled? You could say you’re ‘laxed’ and don’t have a care in the world. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘laxed’ is a shortened form of ‘relaxed.’ It has the same meaning as the popular phrase ‘chilled.’ If you’re laxed, you’re […]
OFN – Meaning, Origin and Usage
You’re sitting at a cat café enjoying a hot tea and catching up on a celebrity gossip magazine when your phone lights up. “Omg Jlo and Ben Affleck got married!!!”, a text from your best friend reads. You saw the post on social media last week, so you shoot back: “ofn”. This post unpacks the […]