Today's word is "backronym" ... bak-ruh-nim ... an existing word turned into an acronym by creating an apt phrase whose initial letters match the word, as to help remember it or offer a theory of its origin. For example, rap has been said to be a backronym of "rhythm and poetry." (Dictionary.com)
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While most live facing forward,
Some spend creative time,
Working backronyms for pleasure,
(Or writing songs and rhymes.)
Why this is more important,
Than other great pursuits,
Is defended by the writers,
Who find no reason for dispute.
Anne Selleck
Copyright 2017
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