What Does BMI Mean in a Text?
The Quick Answer
BMI means "Body Mass Index."More Observations...
The Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to adult men and women. It is calculated by dividing your weight (in kilograms) by the square of your height (in meters). Check your BMI with this BMI calculator provided by Mathematics Monster:BMI Calculator
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When I write BMI, I mean this:
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BMI is is a measure of body fat based on height and weight.
Summary of Key Points
"Body Mass Index" is, by far, the most common meaning for BMI when it is used in a text. (Bear in mind that it could have another meaning if used in a different context.)BMI | |
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Definition: | Body Mass Index |
Type: | Abbreviation |
Guessability: | ![]() 3: Guessable |
Typical Users: | ![]() Adults |
Example of BMI Used in a Text
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