LOLOL

What Does LOLOL Mean in a Text?

The Quick Answer

LOLOL means "Lots Of Laughing Out Loud."

More Observations...

LOLOL is an acronym used to indicate that the sender finds something hilarious. LOLOL is an exaggerated form of writing LOL (Laughing Out Loud). However, as with almost all forms of LOL, the use of LOLOL has become more nuanced and it is often used sarcastically. (Thereby indicating that the sender did not find what was said even slightly funny.)

Check out this page and see the video below on the evolution of LOL.

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When I write LOLOL, I mean this:

Take care! LOLOL may be used sarcastically.

Summary of Key Points

"Lots Of Laughing Out Loud" is, by far, the most common meaning for LOLOL when it is used in a text. (Bear in mind that it could have another meaning if used in a different context.)

LOLOL
Definition:	Lots Of Laughing Out Loud
Type:	Acronym and Abbreviation
Guessability:	3: Guessable
Typical Users:	Adults and Teenagers

Examples of LOLOL in Sentences

Here are examples of LOLOL in conversations:

• Arron: Apparently I snore so loudly that it scares everyone in the car when I'm driving.
• Bill: LOLOL. You should be a comedian.
(Here, LOLOL is probably being used to express genuine amusement.)

• Wendy: Did you know that Moses had the first tablet connected to the cloud?
• Mary: LOLOL. Get back to work.
(Here, LOLOL is probably being used sarcastically.)

An Academic Look at LOLOL

As it is spoken like a word, LOLOL is an acronym. Acronyms contrast with initialism abbreviations, which are pronounced using their individual letters. LOLOL is also an interjection. An interjection is not grammatically related to any other part of the sentence. It is included in a sentence (usually at the start) to express a sentiment such as surprise, disgust, joy, excitement or enthusiasm.

What Did We Say before Texting and Social Media?

Before the digital era, we might have said something like "Ha ha, very funny" instead of using LOLOL.

The Evolution of "LOL"

This video shows the evolution of the term "LOL" and the various laughing emojis: What does LOL really mean?

Example of LOLOL Used in a Text

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