vs.

vs. vs. also v. LAW

written abbreviation for versus

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vs. UK US (also vs) preposition (ABBREVIATION for versus)

► used when making a comparison between two things, ideas, or opinions: »

The S&P hotel index has gained 40%, vs. a 13% rise for the S&P 500.

► used to show that two people, groups, organizations, etc. oppose each other in a competition, legal disagreement, etc.: »

The case is Gentry vs. Superior Court.