The abbreviation "DC" most commonly stands for District of Columbia , which is the federal district and capital of the United States, Washington, D.C. It can also stand for Direct Current in the context of electricity, which is a type of electric current flowing consistently in one direction. Another notable meaning is Detective Comics , related to DC Comics, the American comic book publisher.
Common meanings of DC:
- District of Columbia : The capital district of the United States, home to Washington, D.C.
- Direct Current : An electric current flowing in one constant direction
- Detective Comics : The origin of the name for DC Comics, the comic book brand
These are the principal and widely recognized definitions of "DC."
