IMO

American  

Also imo, or IMHO

abbreviation

1. in my (honest/humble) opinion.

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IMO ¹ British  

abbreviation

1. text messaging in my opinion

2. International Maritime Organization

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Imo ² British  

/ ˈiːməʊ /

noun

1. a state of SE Nigeria. Capital: Owerri. Pop:3 934 899 (2006). Area: 5100 sq km (1969 sq miles)

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Etymology

Origin of IMO

First recorded in 1980–85; from its use in digital communications

Example Sentences

Before the rerouting event, Diamond's previous work showed that clouds in heavily trafficked shipping corridors contained larger and fewer droplets after IMO 2020.

From Science Daily

Lesotho is a small, landlocked African enclave kingdom that, according to the IMO, does not have an official registry.

From BBC

The IMO plan created a system of performance-based fees and incentives.

From The Wall Street Journal

Amid the U.S. pressure, IMO members on Friday voted to shelve the issue for at least a year.

From The Wall Street Journal

Shipping accounts for nearly three percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, according to the IMO, while the CO2 pricing plan should encourage the sector to use less polluting fuels.

From Barron's