Noun
ELV (plural ELVs)
Initialism of expendable launch vehicle. (an expendable spacelaunch rocket)
In the 1990s, though KSC was not performing the hands-on ELV work, engineers still maintained understanding of ELVs and had contracts allowing them insight in the vehicles so they could provide knowledgeable oversight. Source: Internet
For example, in Germany SEPA direct debit will replace ELV, a very popular payment method offered by banks since in the 1950s. Source: Internet
SEPA ELV payments with a signature are usually credited four to five banking days after a clearing has been completed. Source: Internet