FAQ

[ fak, ef-ey-kyoo ]

noun

, Chiefly Digital Technology.

, plural FAQs, FAQ's.

1. a document, in question and answer format, that introduces newcomers to a topic or answers common questions.

FAQ

¹

abbreviation for

1. computing frequently asked question or questions: a text file containing basic information on a particular subject

f.a.q.

²

abbreviation for

1. commerce fair average quality

FAQ

1. An abbreviation for f requently a sked q uestion. A list that provides answers to common questions asked by visitors to a Web site .

Word History and Origins

Origin of FAQ¹

1985–90; f(requently) a(sked) q(uestions)

Example Sentences

If you absolutely must jog your memory on all the details, you can check out handy FAQ from the spring.

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