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

The quest for brick-like abs has become serious business - even if you're still only in Year 8 - with posts on socials with hashtags like #shreddedphysique being viewed more than four billion times.

From BBC

The 37-year-old American looked in incredible shape, with defined abs showing despite the extra weight he has carried for this potential history-making fight.

From BBC

A retired college athlete with blond hair, a killer smile and washboard abs, he was the exact image of what I wasn’t.

From Los Angeles Times

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

In the minor leagues, ABS has been tested since 2021 and the ABS challenge was implemented in 2022.

From Los Angeles Times