What Does AA Mean on Craigslist?
When browsing through postings on Craigslist, you may come across the letters “AA” and not be certain what the letters are referring to. The letters “AA” could refer to an organization for helping people who have a drinking problem, or they could refer to an airline, or a person who is of African-American descent. The context of the posting can often help you determine what the person means by “AA” if it is not immediately clear.
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Craigslist Postings
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Craigslist has an online presence in locations around the world. You can use the site to search for and browse through postings that people put up to advertise employment opportunities or to buy and sell items. You can also use Craigslist to find romance or engage in online discussions.
Roommates and Romance
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If you are browsing or searching for ads to find a roommate or to meet new friends and companions on Craigslist, you could see the letters “AA” in a posting where the person is referring to the Alcoholics Anonymous organization. This could indicate that the person is a recovering alcoholic and want to avoid relapsing by spending time with people who don't drink alcohol. You might also see “AA” when a person is referring to “African-American.”
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For Sale
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When you are reading a Craigslist posting about an item that is for sale, the letters “AA” could refer to American Airlines. The person who posted the ad could have a ticket for American Airlines or is selling a tourist package tour that uses the airline for transport to the destination. The letters “AA” may also refer to the term “All Ages” to indicate tickets for a music performance that is open to people of all ages.
Discussions
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If you have been reading forum discussions on Craigslist and see the letters “AA” in someone’s posting, it could refer to an upcoming meeting of the Alcoholics Anonymous group, to encourage other people who are in need of support to attend. Someone may also be discussing an experience that she had with American Airlines.
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