What does ATM mean in English?

: a computerized electronic machine that performs basic banking functions (such as handling check deposits or issuing cash withdrawals) — called also automated teller machine, automatic teller, automatic teller machine. ATM.
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What does the slang word ATM mean?

Meaning of atm in English. atm. abbreviation for at the moment: used for example on social media and in text messages: I'm busy atm. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases.
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What does ATM mean in UK?

/ˌeɪ.tiːˈem/ (UK usually cash machine, cashpoint) abbreviation for automated teller machine: a machine, usually in a wall outside a bank, shop, etc. from which you can take money out of your bank account using a special card: Is there an ATM near here?
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Do British people say ATM?

In Canada, the term automated banking machine (ABM) is also used, although ATM is also very commonly used in Canada, with many Canadian organizations using ATM over ABM. In British English, the terms cashpoint, cash machine and hole in the wall are most widely used.
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Is ATM an Americanism?

ATM is an initialism of automated teller machine, coined sometime in the 1970s. I have always considered it an Americanism while its British equivalent has always been cashpoint, Oxford Living Dictionaries tell me it is a trademark (who knew?).
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What does ATM mean on Facebook?

ATM (At The Moment) is used to emphasize that something is occurring "now" (i.e., at the time of sending the message).
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What does ATM mean in Australia?

Going/eating out. Arvo: The afternoon. ATM: Automatic Teller Machine/Cash machine.
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What does BAE mean in slang?

Bae,” for example, is a term of endearment that is either short for “baby” or an acronym for “before anyone else.
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What does ATP mean in text?

If you're an avid user of slang, "ATP" might not be new. It's a term that can be seen on other social platforms, where it usually follows its Urban Dictionary definition, and stands as an acronym for "at this point."
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What does SMH mean in text?

SMH stands for "shaking my head."
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What does cut sick mean in slang?

#Aussie word of the day: "Cut sick!" Means to go crazy or nuts. "... she cut sick on the dance floor" or "my mum found out and cut sick at me!"
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Are diminutives slang?

Diminutives may be seen as slang, but many are used widely across the whole of society.
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What do Australians call mechanics?

A bush mechanic (Australian slang) is somebody who out of necessity and with immediate available materials, is able to solve practical problems using sometimes untraditional and inventive techniques.
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What does MK mean in text?

In general text chat MK usually means "Mmm okay." It is used to express agreement or acceptance (but not always enthusiasm).
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What does ION mean in text?

Ion for I don't emerges in internet writing in the 2000s, as does the acronym ION for in other news. ION is used as a transitional phrase to change a topic, much like Anyways…
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What does FT mean in text?

The abbreviation FT means "FaceTime" (when talking about the Apple communications app), "Featuring" (usually when talking about an artist collaborating on a song released by another artist), and "Financial Times" (when talking about finance or the media).
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Why do Aussies add O to words?

The original phrase 'Bottle Store' was seemingly too tedious for the Aussie dialect. Aussies shortened the word 'shop', replacing it with the letter 'O'. Too easy. Similarly, the same philosophy applies to 'service station', often referred to as a servo.
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What is small poppy syndrome?

Small poppy syndrome is rife among our millionaire and billionaire class. I could list them all here but what's the point? They are much of a muchness, putting their own interests ahead of their fellow man and country at every turn and blaming those spectacularly less fortunate than themselves for their misfortunes.
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Why do Australians swear so much?

It's in politics. It's in daily public discourse. “That is something that is typically Australian that you wouldn't find in other English-speaking countries. So it's just more the attitude towards public swearing is more relaxed and more accepted.
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What does Teddy mean in slang?

a woman's one-piece undergarment, incorporating a chemise top and panties. Slang.
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What is the C word in Australia?

In Australia, "cunt" (pronounced "cunt", as in "bunt") has many connotations – most of which are actually positive. For example: If a friend of mine were to be exceptional at motorsports or a nice person in genera,l he would henceforth be referred to as a "sick-cunt".
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What does cop it mean in Australia?

Australian slang. a. to accept a penalty without complaint. b. to have good fortune.
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What do UwU mean?

Uwu is an emoticon depicting a cute face. It is used to express various warm, happy, or affectionate feelings. A closely related emoticon is owo, which can more specifically show surprise and excitement. There are many variations of uwu and owo, including and OwO, UwU, and OwU, among others.
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What does ASL mean in text?

Asl is an internet abbreviation for age, sex, and location, usually asked as a question in romantic or sexual contexts online.
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