We all know XOXO represents hugs and kisses, X standing for kisses, O for hugs. According to the Oxford English Dictionary, X can be used to represent a kiss, esp. in the subscription to a letter. In its modern day use, people use the love and affection abbreviation to sign cards, emails, and in texts.

What does the 💋 emoji mean?

This emoji is sealed with a 💋. The kiss mark emoji 💋 is a flirty little symbol of a lipstick marking that can indicate affectionate or friendly kisses, love and romance, sexiness, cosmetics and beauty, and in some cases, sassiness.

What is kiss symbol in texting?

There are a variety of options if you want to send a kiss via emoticon. The character symbols :-)* or :-* or :-^ or ^>^ are emoticons that will send a kiss to someone. The character symbols :-x or :x are emoticons that will send the message “pucker up” to someone. The character symbol :*) also means pucker up.

How did XO become hugs and kisses?

Combined with the familiar Christian use of an “X” signifying the oath sealed with a kiss, the “O” was likely then adapted to mean hugs as an equal representation in the sincerity of the sentiment on notes, letters, or even e-mails.