What Does ;) Mean?
The Quick Answer
;) is an emoticon that means "Wink."More Detail...
Just as with a real wink, the emoticon ;) may be used in a flirtatious way, or to indicate that something was said as a joke.Image for ;)
When I write ;), I mean this:
Wink Icon
I know all about icons. Test me!Summary of Key Points
"Wink" is the most common definition for the emoticon ;) in texting.| ;) | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Wink |
| Type: | Emoticon |
| Guessability: |  1: Easy to guess |
| Typical Users: |  Adults, Teenagers, and Under 13s |
Example of ;) Used in a Text
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