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SAE

American  
Also sae,

abbreviation

  1. self-addressed envelope.

  2. Society of Automotive Engineers.

  3. Chiefly British. stamped addressed envelope.

  4. Standard American English.


SAE 1 British  

abbreviation

  1. Society of Automotive Engineers

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s.a.e. 2 British  

abbreviation

  1. stamped addressed envelope

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sae 3 British  
/ se /

adverb

  1. a Scot word for so 1

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Example Sentences

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"The carbon reservoir has a leak, so to speak, from which ancient carbon is escaping," adds co-author Matti Barthel, research technician in SAE.

From Science Daily • Feb. 24, 2026

At ChargerHelp, Ellis set about creating a certified training program for charger technicians, working closely with SAE International, the standards-setting organization for the motor vehicle industry.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2024

Members of Alabama SAE or Ivy at Princeton have the same motivations: the best parties, the best-looking people, the best connections to do whatever you want when you graduate.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2024

The SAE is currently working on a standard method for aligning EVs with charging pads, which will prove particularly critical when cars start driving and parking themselves.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 26, 2024

Under Level 3 automation, a standard created by SAE International, vehicles can handle all driving functions, but the driver must be ready to take the wheel at any time.

From Washington Times • Nov. 10, 2023