abs

¹

[abz]

plural noun

Informal.

1. abdominal muscles.

ABS

²

1. antilock braking system.

abs-

³

1. variant of ab-.

   absent; abscond.

abs.

⁴

abbreviation

1. absent.

2. absolute.

3. abstract.

A.B.S.

⁵

abbreviation

1. American Bible Society.

2. American Bureau of Shipping.

ABS

¹

abbreviation

1. acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene: any of a range of tough copolymers used esp for making moulded articles

abs

²

/ æbz /

plural noun

1. informal,  abdominal muscles

Word History and Origins

Origin of abs¹

An Americanism dating back to 1980–85; by shortening

Example Sentences

Just as ABS was conducted during spring training, each team will get two challenges that can be made only by the pitcher, catcher or batter.

From Los Angeles Times

For now, MLB’s use of ABS is still in an exploratory phase.

From Los Angeles Times

The also have technology that prevents wheels from locking when the train is moving – which Rob describes as “a bit like ABS on a car”.

From BBC

The ABS has been employed in various minor leagues for six seasons, including currently in all triple-A parks for the second year in a row.

From Los Angeles Times

The ABS currently calls strikes solely based on where the ball crosses the midpoint of the plate, 8.5 inches from the front and the back.

From Seattle Times