adjective
Pak
adjective
1
Informal shortening of "Pakistani".
"The commentator referred to the Pak cricket team."
How to Use Pak
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal abbreviation for Pakistani, most often seen in headlines or casual speech.
When to use it
Mostly used in journalism or casual contexts (e.g. sports commentary); the full word "Pakistani" is preferred in formal writing.
Word Forms
more Pak comparative, most Pak superlative
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Etymology
A clipped form of Pakistan/Pakistani.