XD is the acronym for the phrase LOL or Laugh Out Loud. It is an emoticon with the letter X representing two eyes that are closed while laughing hard, whereas D represents laughing with an open mouth.

The term “XD” is usually an expression that is used in text messages or e-mails signaling happiness or laughter.

Though, XD can stand for many things. As an emoticon, it means LOL, which was used before emojis took on their more colorful appearance that we are familiar with nowadays.

Another meaning of “XD” is used by companies like Disney, is extreme digital, and relates to entertainment services provided. There are other more definitions as well, including crossed and kissed, or it can act as an acronym for numerous expressions, depending on the context of the sentence.

What does XD mean?

The term XD usually used after someone has sent a joke or said something funny. There can be questions regarding what does XD mean but in essence, it is simple. They are sent in a text or chat as a response to something funny.

XD as an emoticon

You can find this particular emoticon populating teenagers’ Facebook posts as well as in their Instagram comment section.

They use it when they find something hilarious funny, regardless it is a joke, a post, or a comment.

“X” can be written in either case, upper or lower, whereas “D” should be capitalized for the expression to come across. Aside from texting and social media, XD has become much popular among the online gaming community including Roblox.

Online gamers usually have a lot to say but rarely have time to express their feelings or ideas fully in written format. So, shortcuts like LOL and xD are welcome.

Other meanings of XD

The meaning of XD majorly depends upon the context of the statement. You may use this term for other meanings as well, including the following:

• Crossed
• Kissed
• LOL (which should seem a bit familiar, as we are already aware that XD can be used to denote hysterical laughter)
• OMG

Further, the term XD can also abbreviation form of the following phrases:

• Extreme duty
• Extreme Droll
• Experience design
• Exothermic dispersion
• Ex-dividend
• Extra dimension
• Christmas day
• Executive development

Some examples of using XD

Example 1: Friends 1 and 2 are messaging each other on WhatsApp. Friend 1 has just told Friend 2 a very funny story. Friend 2 laughed out loud and sent Friend 1 the emoji “XD”.

Friend 1: Tells a funny story

Friend 2: That’s amazingly funny. XD

 

Example 2: A and B are friends and planning about their upcoming trip.

A: Hey, what are you doing?

B: Nothing.

A: Let’s plan for a trip, my mom will prepare everything for us. You just come to my house and we both will move straight away.

B: Really? Your mom is the best! XD

A: Yes, so come to my house now. XD

Some alternatives to “XD”

There are other terms as well, which can be used as a substitute for XD, to convey the same meaning:

• 🙂
• :’ D
• HAHAHA
• ROFL
• LOL
• LMAO
• KMSL
• ROFLMAO