GPS

FormsGPSes, GPSing, GPSed

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   noununcountableinitialism

   Initialism of global positioning system. It is the satellite system that tells you where you are.

   GPS lets drivers find the fastest route across an unfamiliar city.

   Hikers use GPS to stay on the trail when the fog rolls in.

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   nouncountableabbreviationellipsis

   Ellipsis of GPS receiver. It is the small device that shows your location on a screen.

   She mounted the GPS on the dashboard before setting off.

   His old GPS lost signal whenever he drove through the tunnel.

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   verbtransitive

   To find where something is by using a satellite tracking device.

   Like putting a pin on a map to mark exactly where a thing is.

   We GPS the delivery trucks so we always know where they are.

   Can you GPS my phone if I lose it on the trip?

   Similarlocate, track, pinpoint

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   noununcountableinitialism

   Initialism of Goodpasture syndrome. It is a rare illness that harms the lungs and kidneys.

   The patient was diagnosed with GPS after coughing up blood and showing signs of kidney failure.

   Early treatment of GPS can prevent lasting damage to the kidneys.

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