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inst.
(inst.)
Pronunciation:
/ɪnst/
abbreviation
dated
(in business letters) instant:
we are pleased to acknowledge receipt of your letter of 14 inst
institute; institution:
the Southwest Research Inst
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Inst.P.
instability
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installation
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