SOS
noun
ˌes-(ˌ)ō-ˈes 
1
: an internationally recognized signal of distress in radio code ‧ ‧ ‧ - - - ‧ ‧ ‧ used especially by ships calling for help
2
: a call or request for help or rescue
Word History
First Known Use
1910, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Kids Definition
SOS
noun
ˌes-ō-ˈes
1
: an international radio code distress signal used especially by ships and airplanes calling for help
2
: a call for help
Medical Definition
SOS
abbreviation
if occasion require; if necessary —used in writing prescriptions
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