the duplication of unnecessary words - generally when used following an abbreviation
 

example ism: #25
Ten thousand grand pounds.
Derivation 
Duplication of unnecessary words, as in VDU unit (visual display unit unit) 
We were always of the opinion that LloydsTSB Bank came into this category, as in Lloyds Trustees Savings Bank Bank)

 
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