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Initialisms are used in science fiction fandom as short hand ways to refer to work of fiction or long, often used phrases. For example, Star Trek: The Next Generation is often referred to among fans by the initialism "ST:TNG."

Initialisms are not limited to reflecting the title's of fictional works, for example, the word "gafia," is a very common fandom initialism for the phrase, "getting away from it all." The term is used then an active fan decides to take a break from fan activities in order to take care of life priorities in the mundane world.

Contents 1 List of common initialisms 1.1 Title initialisms 1.2 Fandom initialisms 2 Related Articles and Concepts

List of common initialisms

Title initialisms

• BSG: Battlestar Galactica
• SAJV: The Secret Adventures of Jules Verne
• ST:TOS: Star Trek: The Original Series
• ST:TNG: Star Trek: The Next Generation

Fandom initialisms

• Gafia: Getting Away From It All
• TANSTAAFL - There Ain't No Such Thing As A Free Lunch - coined by Robert A. Heinlein

Related Articles and Concepts

Sci Fi Acronyms