XOXO
What Does XOXO Mean?
XOXO means "Hugs and Kisses."XOXO is widely used in written and typed messages with the meaning "hugs & kisses." It is typically used as an affectionate salutation at the end of a message between friends or family members. However, it may also be used by intimate partners.
XOXO means exactly the same as XO, but may indicate a little more enthusiasm (or excitability) on the part of the sender.
The origins of the use of XOXO to mean "hugs & kisses" are unclear. The letter "X" is well established in the English-speaking world as representing a kiss, but the origins of the use of "O" to represent a hug are less clear. In any case, "Hugs & Kisses" should, of course, be abbreviated as OXOX, as XOXO should mean "kisses and hugs."
"Hugs & kisses" can also be abbreviated as:
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When I write XOXO, I mean this:
"Hugs and Kisses"
Summary of Key Points
"Hugs and Kisses" is the most common definition for XOXO on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.XOXO | |
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Definition: | Hugs and Kisses |
Type: | Internet Slang Term |
Guessability: | 2: Quite easy to guess |
Typical Users: | Adults and Teenagers |
Example of XOXO Used in a Text
XOXO
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See Also
Saying I Love You :* (kiss) >:D (hug) BESITOS (little kisses (Spanish)) BESO (kiss (in Spanish)) BFK (big fat kiss) BISOU (kiss (in French)) GLOMP (a strong hug) HUGGLE (hug and snuggle) (K) (kiss) KISS (keep it simple, stupid)Quiz
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