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Definition of a FAQ
FAQ
noun
- acronym for "frequently asked question(s)". Used frequently in computing.
As part of the documentation work for the next version, we need to update the FAQ list.
- See more words with the same meaning: Internet, texting, SMS, email, chat acronyms (list of).
- See more words with the same meaning: computer slang.
Last edited on Nov 08 2011. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Aug 11 2009.
- a compiled list of frequently asked questions along with their answers. Prior to the existence of the world-wide web, these would often be posted periodically to discussion lists.
As part of the documentation work for the next version, we need to update the FAQ.
- See more words with the same meaning: Internet, texting, SMS, email, chat acronyms (list of).
- See more words with the same meaning: computer slang.
Last edited on Nov 08 2011. Submitted by WalterGR (via TheJargonFile) on Aug 14 2009.
- acronym for "facts and questions".
Last edited on Jan 22 2016. Submitted by Anonymous on Jan 22 2016.
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Definitions include: acronym for "I am not a lawyer." | |
Definitions include: acronym for "in real life". | |
Definitions include: acronym for "constructive criticism welcome". | |
Definitions include: abbreviated form of "people", used in electronic communication. | |
Definitions include: acronym for "I don't even know". | |
Definitions include: acronym for "not work safe". | |
Definitions include: acronym for "crack the fuck up". | |
Definitions include: acronym for "private message". | |
Definitions include: acronym for "too long; will read later". | |
Definitions include: acronym for "to my knowledge". | |
Definitions include: acronym for "to the best of my knowledge." | |
Definitions include: acronym for "if you don't like it, get the fuck out". | |
Definitions include: acronym for "as fuck". | |
Definitions include: acronym for "for real". | |
Definitions include: acronym for "ta-ta for now" (i.e. "goodbye for now.") | |
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Definitions include: Replacement for the "s" suffix used to indicate plural nouns. | |
Definitions include: a spontaneous public gathering of people organized via the internet. | |
Definitions include: For information about the origin of the term, see the term's article on Wikipedia. | |
Definitions include: to be under the influence of drugs. | |
Definitions include: something that indicates poor choices made elsewhere in a code base. | |
Definitions include: acronym for "on the other hand". | |
Definitions include: to look up someone on the internet. | |
Definitions include: a system that was created by hacking it up over time. | |
Definitions include: not ready for widespread use, viewing, distribution, consumption, etc. | |
Definitions include: to send a short message to someone or call them briefly, often to enquire about their availability. | |
Definitions include: acronym for "too long; didn't read." | |
Definitions include: product(s) announced far before any release (even beta) has been made. | |
Definitions include: acronym for "no big deal". | |
Definitions include: acronym for "thank you so much". | |
Definitions include: to skip a pre-arranged meeting, especially a date. | |
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Definitions include: "ask". | |
Definitions include: "ask me anything". | |
Definitions include: a request. | |
Definitions include: "Ask any questions that you'd like." | |
Definitions include: to ask a person on a date. | |
Definitions include: a response to a question indicating that the asker doesn't want to know the answer. | |
Definitions include: acronym of "fuck I'm good just ask me". | |
Definitions include: To make a scene such as to negate any subsequent invitations to return. | |
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Definitions include: to propose marriage. | |
Definitions include: acronym for "Question(s) and Answer(s)". | |
Definitions include: an un-evaluated person or thing. |
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