DRC
|D-R-C|
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/diː ɑɹ siː/
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/diː ɑː siː/
initialism/abbreviation of a name or term
Etymology
'DRC' originates from English, specifically the initial letters of the phrase 'Democratic Republic of the Congo'.
'DRC' developed as a shortened form used in diplomatic, journalistic, and technical contexts; it coexisted with forms like 'DR Congo' and 'Congo (Kinshasa)' and has been repurposed as an initialism for other phrases (e.g., 'design rule check').
Initially used primarily as an abbreviation for the country name 'Democratic Republic of the Congo', over time 'DRC' has also been adopted as an initialism for various technical and organizational terms, broadening its range of meanings.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
abbreviation for the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a country in central Africa.
The DRC is rich in mineral resources such as cobalt and copper.
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Noun 2
design rule check — an automated or manual verification step in electronic design (PCB, IC layout) that ensures design rules are met.
Run a DRC on the PCB layout before sending it for fabrication.
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Noun 3
disability Rights Commission — a former UK statutory body dealing with disability rights (often abbreviated DRC).
The DRC investigated complaints about accessibility in public services.
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Last updated: 2025/12/07 08:27