Hugs and kisses For example: "Miss you XOXO"

Where does the slang word XOXO come from?

XOXO is a slang term from South Africa. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in South Africa and across Africa.

What are other meanings of XOXO?

XOXO can also mean: Hugs & kisses (texting—now localised).; Bisous câlins (Hugs and kisses)

XOXO

🇿🇦 South Africa Slang

Added Jul 15, 2025 · 3 definitions

TOP DEFINITION

XOXO definition 1

Hugs and kisses

"Miss you XOXO"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Jul 15, 2025

DEFINITION 2

XOXO definition 2

Hugs & kisses (texting—now localised).

"Later fam, xoxo."

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 02, 2025

DEFINITION 3

XOXO definition 3

Bisous câlins (Hugs and kisses)

"Xoxo ma belle! (Xoxo beautiful!)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇿🇦 South Africa
Definitions: 3 community definitions
Added: July 2025

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