Grs

/dʒiːɑːrɛz/ noun

Definition

Abbreviation for 'graces,' the plural of grace, or an abbreviation used in historical texts and manuscripts.

Etymology

A contraction or abbreviation, using standard letter combinations common in medieval and early modern English manuscripts and formal documents.

Kelly Says

In old handwritten documents, scribes used tons of abbreviations to save space and writing time—'grs' for 'graces' would appear in prayers, blessings, and formal letters where grace was mentioned frequently.

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