FAQ

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noun

ˈfak How to pronounce FAQ (audio)
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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abbreviation

fair average quality

Examples of FAQ in a Sentence

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Signing up for a Session account does not require a phone number or email address, and the app collects no data about users' devices or locations, the website's FAQ says. Ryan Murphy, IndyStar, 9 Feb. 2026 Moreover, First American Home Warranty has a user-friendly website, an exhaustive resource library, and an FAQ page that answers many homeowner questions. Sharon Brandwein, USA Today, 6 Feb. 2026 Read our Money Diaries FAQ doc here or email us here. R29 Team, Refinery29, 4 Feb. 2026 Provide talking points, scripts, and FAQ sheets so leaders can guide their teams confidently through transformation, while supporting employees to upskill and grow. Keith Ferrazzi, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 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.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/FAQ. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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