EOD

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/ˌi oʊ ˈdi/
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An initialism whose meaning changes with the setting, most often marking a workplace deadline or a specialist military operation.
Practice using EOD in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • Please send the signed contract by EOD.
  • Nothing had arrived by EOD, so I followed up.
  • The team promised an answer before EOD.
  • If approval comes through by EOD Friday, we can launch on Monday.
  • The unit asked EOD to remove the unexploded shell.

Similar words

bomb disposal
COB
close of business
explosive ordnance disposal
COP
end of day
bomb squad
close of play

Meanings

End of the working day

business
neutral
End of day, the close of a working or business day, often used to set a deadline.

Examples

  • Please send the signed contract by EOD.
  • Will the figures be ready by EOD tomorrow?
  • The team promised an answer before EOD.
  • Nothing had arrived by EOD, so I followed up.
  • If approval comes through by EOD Friday, we can launch on Monday.

Similar words

end of day
close of business
COB
close of play
COP

Explosive ordnance disposal

military
technical
Explosive ordnance disposal, the work of finding, making safe, and removing bombs and other explosive weapons, or the specialist unit that does it.

Examples

  • Police called EOD after finding a suspicious device.
  • The EOD team used a robot to inspect the package.
  • She trained as an EOD technician in the Army.
  • Do not enter the area until EOD declares it safe.
  • The unit asked EOD to remove the unexploded shell.

Similar words

explosive ordnance disposal
bomb disposal
bomb squad

Etymology

Formed from the initial letters of end of day and explosive ordnance disposal.

FAQ

What does EOD mean at work?

At work, EOD usually means end of day, especially the end of the working day.

What time is EOD?

EOD usually means the close of the relevant working day, so the exact time depends on the workplace, time zone, and context.

What does EOD mean in the military?

In military use, EOD means explosive ordnance disposal, the work or unit that makes explosive devices safe.

Is EOD the same as COB?

In workplace deadlines, EOD and COB are often used for the same idea, although the exact closing time can depend on context.

How is EOD pronounced?

EOD is said letter by letter, /ˌi oʊ ˈdi/.

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