Esc
Speech parts
1. Esc - Noun
2. Esc - Proper noun
Meaning
Esc
Abbreviation of escape key. (on a computer keyboard)
(automotive) Initialism of electronic stability control.
Synonym: ESP
Coordinate terms: TCS, ABS
(biology) Initialism of embryonic stem cell.
(electronics) Initialism of electronic speed controller.
(software) Initialism of extended static checking.
ESC
(music) Initialism of Eurovision Song Contest.
Examples
Another condition of the sale agreement guarantees that ESC won’t build a shelter within the main part of the business park, which lies within the city’s Emergency Shelter Overlay Zone—the area of the city where emergency shelters can operate.
Ariane 5 ECA uses the ESC (Étage Supérieur Cryotechnique—Cryogenic Upper Stage), which is fueled by liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen.
Although the ESC strives to manifest every child’s wish under his or her tree, the gifts consist of more than toys.
In graphical user interface (GUI) and windowing systems, ESC generally causes an application to abort its current operation or to exit (terminate) altogether.
ESC guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic heart failure 2008: The Task Force for the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic heart failure 2008 of the European Society of Cardiology.
In extreme situations, ESC systems selectively apply the vehicle brakes and/or modulate engine power to assist the driver and prevent losing control of the vehicle.