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Term: FAS
Definition: FAS is an abbreviation that can mean different things. The first meaning is FREE ALONGSIDE SHIP, which is a term used in shipping to describe where goods are placed next to a ship for loading or unloading. The second meaning is FETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME, which is a condition that can happen to babies when their mothers drink alcohol during pregnancy. This can cause problems with the baby's growth and development. The third meaning is FOREIGN, which is used to describe something that comes from another country.
Definition: FAS is an abbreviation that can have multiple meanings depending on the context.
The examples illustrate how the term FAS can have different meanings depending on the context. In international trade, FAS is used to indicate the delivery of goods to a specific location alongside a ship. In medicine, FAS refers to a condition that affects babies whose mothers consumed alcohol during pregnancy. And in general, FAS can be used to describe something that is from or related to a different country.