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1reg

noun \ˈreg\

Definition of REG

:  regulation <federal regs>
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Origin of REG

by shortening
First Known Use: 1904

Rhymes with REG

beg, dreg, egg, gleg, keg, leg, peg, skeg, yegg

2reg

abbreviation

Definition of REG

1
region
2
register; registered; registration
3
regular
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2 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. reg
  2. sec reg
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