WAEFRD

What Does WAEFRD Mean in a Text?

WAEFRD means "When All Else Fails, Read Directions."

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When I write WAEFRD, I mean this:

meaning of WAEFRD

The image shows a man deciding to read the instructions after failing to assemble a child's bike.

Summary of Key Points

"When All Else Fails, Read Directions" is the most common definition for WAEFRD on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
WAEFRD
Definition:When All Else Fails, Read Directions
Type:Abbreviation
Guessability:guessability level 3
3: Guessable
Typical Users:typical user

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Example of WAEFRD Used in a Text

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