XO

¹ American

Or XOXO

abbreviation

hugs and kisses.

XO ² American

abbreviation

executive office; executive officer.

XO British

abbreviation

executive officer

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Etymology

Origin of XO

From X , symbol for a kiss; O , symbol for a hug

Example Sentences

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And during a 2023 appearance on “Bussin’ With the Boys” podcast, Jelly Roll was overcome with emotion recounting his early days with Bunnie XO.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026

That’s what Jelly Roll’s wife, Bunnie XO, says in a promo clip for this week’s episode of “Dumb Blonde.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 23, 2024

That crust doubles as a breadstick and is meant to be dipped in XO sauce, marinara or ranch dressing.

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 24, 2023

Evolving from "To All the Boys," "XO, Kitty" mashes up American rom-com genre conventions with K-drama romance tropes.

From Salon ● Jun. 16, 2023

December XO “Bri! Come here. I can’t get Alex to wake up! Alex! Alex!”

From "The Dead and the Gone" by Susan Beth Pfeffer

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