The term AA or AAA in this crossword refers to two different types of batteries and an organization. AA batteries are a type of dry cell BATTERY commonly used in portable electronic devices such as radios, toys, and remote controls. AAA batteries are a smaller version of the AA BATTERY and are also used in many portable electronic devices. The organization ORG is the American Automobile Association, a non-profit organization that provides services to its members such as roadside assistance, travel discounts, and insurance.