interjection
Internet Slang
XOXO
EX-oh-EX-oh · interjection · informal
Hugs and kisses; affectionate sign-off.
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Represents "hugs and kisses" (X for kisses, O for hugs), used as an affectionate closing.
“Miss you loads, XOXO.”
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XOXO In A Sentence
Miss you loads, XOXO.
Origin & Usage
A written sign-off predating the internet, with the X-as-kiss convention dating back centuries.
People Also Ask
What does XOXO mean?
XOXO stands for "hugs and kisses," where X represents a kiss and O represents a hug, used as an affectionate way to close a message.
Which is the hug and which is the kiss?
By convention X is the kiss and O is the hug, though the pattern of alternating them matters more than the exact assignment to most people.
Where does XOXO come from?
It's a written sign-off that predates the internet. The X-as-kiss convention goes back centuries, long before texting adopted it.
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