HD

¹ American  

abbreviation

1. high-definition; high definition.

   channels that broadcast in HD;

   HD video;

   HD DVDs;

   an HD display on my new tablet.

2. Computers. high definition.

3. Huntington's disease.

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hd. ² American  

abbreviation

1. hand.

2. head.

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h.d. ³ American  

abbreviation

1. (in prescriptions) at bedtime.

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h.d. ⁴ American  

abbreviation

1. heavy duty.

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hd British  

abbreviation

1. hand

2. head

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Etymology

Origin of h.d.

From New Latin hōra dēcubitūs

Example Sentences

For patients paying cash, Wegovy HD has a price of $399 per month.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

This indicates HD is due for at least a dead cat bounce, if not something more significant:

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Under the best-in-class floodlights at Tottenham, the finale of Saracens v Northampton played out in HD technicolour compared to the relative gloom of Kingston Park and Exeter's win over Newcastle Red Bulls.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

While both providers can bypass geo-restrictions and deliver HD content, Surfshark’s faster speeds, unlimited device support and broad Netflix compatibility give it an edge for users who prioritize high-resolution streaming across multiple devices.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

“Uncle Greg has all the HD swag you can imagine. Including a pack of onesies and a tiny leather jacket.”

From "The Season of Styx Malone" by Kekla Magoon