Pers

/pɜrz/ abbreviation

Definition

Short form of 'personal' or 'person,' commonly used in informal writing and digital communication.

Etymology

Modern abbreviation of Latin 'persona' meaning 'mask' or 'character.' The abbreviation emerged in the 20th century with the rise of classified ads, forms, and later digital communication.

Kelly Says

This simple abbreviation reflects our constant drive toward linguistic efficiency in the digital age. It's particularly common in gaming and social media where character limits and speed matter more than formal spelling.

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