Er Abbreviation: Confirm Meaning of Emeritus

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The abbreviation "Er" is confirmed to stand for "Emeritus," particularly in academic contexts. This term is often used to denote a retired professor or a person who has been granted an honorary title due to their contributions. The discussion also highlights the potential confusion with "Er" as a symbol for the element erbium, emphasizing the need for context when interpreting abbreviations.

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Hi, but i want to know the abbreviation(meaning) of Er. I think it might be Emeritus but i need a confirmation.
 
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The only Er I know is for the element erbium.

Perhaps it would help if you gave us a quotation that shows the context in which this abbreviation was used.
 
"er..." is synonymous to "um..." and I could use it in this thread.
 

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