ACOG
Abbreviation with 2 meanings
| Stands for | American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists |
|---|---|
| Meanings | 2 |
| Categories | Organizations & Companies, Military |
ACOG has two meanings. It stands for American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (professional association and labor union) or Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight (weapon and military equipment).
Meanings of ACOG at a glance
| # | ACOG stands for | Context |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists | Organizations & Companies › Professional Association and Labor Union |
| 2 | Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight | Military › Weapon and Military Equipment |
1. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Organizations & Companies · Professional Association and Labor Union Abbreviations
Professional membership organization for obstetricians and gynecologists that issues clinical practice guidance on pregnancy, childbirth, contraception and women's health and advocates on reproductive health policy.
Example: ACOG guidance recommends that pregnant patients receive the flu vaccine during any trimester.
Founded in 1951, it has around 60,000 members. Its journal, Obstetrics and Gynecology, is known as the "Green Journal". Its opposition to abortion restrictions has made it a frequent participant in court cases and legislative debates. Members may use the designation FACOG.
2. Advanced Combat Optical Gunsight
Military · Weapon and Military Equipment Abbreviations
Fixed-magnification rifle scope made by Trijicon, widely issued to US Marines and soldiers, using tritium and fiber optics so its reticle glows without batteries. It is rugged enough for combat use.
Example: Every Marine in the squad had an ACOG mounted on his rifle.
The 4x32 model became standard on Marine M16A4s and M4s in the 2000s. In 2010 Trijicon drew controversy for engraving references to Bible verses in its model numbers and agreed to stop. Pronounced "AY-cog."
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