FAQ

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noun

ˈfak

ˌef-ˌā-ˈkyü

: a document (as on a website) that provides answers to a list of typical questions that users might ask regarding a particular subject

check the FAQ

also : a question included in such a document

a list of FAQs

FAQ

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City staff are also taking steps to combat inaccurate information circulating online, including by making the staff presentation about the contract available online and by sharing an FAQ page to answer common questions from residents. — Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 20 Aug. 2026 The Commission has since added a section to the FAQ that directly addresses pool cleaning robots. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 20 Aug. 2026 The one-time SRY screening can be collected via saliva, a cheek swab or blood sample, according an FAQ on the Screen Sports platform. — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 14 Aug. 2026 Information about what items are and are not allowed on the beach at the Air & Water Show are listed in the FAQ on the city's official event website. — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for FAQ

Word History

Etymology

Noun

frequently asked questions

First Known Use

Noun

1987, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of FAQ was in 1987

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FAQ

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