BAFTA

/ (ˈbæftə) /

n acronym for

British Academy of Film and Television Arts

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transliterate

to remove or destroy all traces of.

to change (letters, words, etc.), into corresponding characters of another alphabet or language.

to explain in terms that can be more easily understood.

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Example sentences from the Web for bafta

"We came from nothing and we got this," Abdi said looking at the Bafta.
Barkhad Abdi: From Limo Driver to Oscar Contender|Tim Teeman|February 23, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Despite the British starpower of 12 Years a Slave, Gravity led the BAFTA nominations, taking home 11 nods.
BAFTA Nominations: ‘Gravity’ Beats Out British Favorite ’12 Years a Slave’|Nico Hines|January 8, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Gravity led the awards season charge in London on Wednesday with 11 BAFTA nominations, including best film and best director.
BAFTA Nominations: ‘Gravity’ Beats Out British Favorite ’12 Years a Slave’|Nico Hines|January 8, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Here is Emmy, Golden Globe and BAFTA nominee Benedict Cumberbatch reading the actual lyrics from R. Kelly's new song "Genius."
Benedict Cumberbatch Reads R. Kelly, Ron Burgundy Interviews Peyton Manning, and More Viral Videos|Julian E. Wright|December 7, 2013|DAILY BEAST

Los Angeles Times Sacha Baron Cohen Plays Hilarious Prank On BAFTA Britannia Awards Audience.
Miley Cyrus Smokes Joint On Stage, Amy Robach Reveals Cancer Diagnosis on 'GMA'|Culture Team|November 11, 2013|DAILY BEAST