SOS
What Does SOS Mean in a Text?
SOS means "Save Our Souls" or "Save Our Ship" It is the international distress signal.The letters SOS are the international distress signal, used by shipping when in immediate danger and widely recognized as a cry for help, whether spoken, sent as a text message, or by flashing a light or arranging objects to spell out the letters. For example:
- SOS. We are sinking three nautical miles southeast of the Portland Head light.
- SOS. I have run out of hair gel. Has anyone got some spare?
Prior to 1906, the most widely recognized distress signal in use was CQD.
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When I write SOS, I mean this:
"Save Our Souls"
Summary of Key Points for First Definition
"Save Our Souls" is the most common definition for SOS on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.SOS | |
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Definition: | Save Our Souls |
Type: | Abbreviation |
Guessability: | 1: Easy to guess |
Typical Users: | Adults and Teenagers |
Summary of Key Points for Second Definition
"Save Our Ship" is another common definition for SOS.SOS | |
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Definition: | Save Our Ship |
Type: | Abbreviation |
Guessability: | 1: Easy to guess |
Typical Users: | Adults and Teenagers |
Example of SOS Used in a Text
SOS
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HMS (Her Majesty's Ship) NCIS (Naval Criminal Investigative Service) RN (registered nurse, right now, Royal Navy) USN (United States Navy) USS (United States Ship)Quiz
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