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/ˌɛks ˈdiː/
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A text emoticon that depicts a laughing face, and the name of Adobe’s vector‑based design and prototyping tool.
Practice using this word in conversation

Examples

  • He exported assets from XD for the final build.
  • Our workshop taught beginners how to use XD for UI design.
  • Their reaction was pure XD, showing they found it hilarious.
  • We created the app mockup in XD before moving to code.
  • The meme caption ended with XD to emphasize the joke.

Similar words

haha
😂
design suite
LMAO
laughter
prototyping software
Adobe Experience Design
vector design tool
UX design tool
LOL

Meanings

Laughing emoticon

everyday
informal
A text‑based emoticon that shows a face with tightly closed eyes and an open mouth, used to convey strong laughter or amusement.

Usage

Use XD when you want to show loud laughter or playful sarcasm in informal digital messages.

Examples

  • He laughed so hard he typed XD in the group chat.
  • The meme caption ended with XD to emphasize the joke.
  • When she saw the prank, she replied with XD.
  • The comment thread was full of XD after the funny video.
  • I couldn't stop smiling, so I added XD to my message.
  • Their reaction was pure XD, showing they found it hilarious.

Common mistakes

Confusing it with a formal abbreviation.
IncorrectCorrect
I sent an XD to the client. I sent an XD emoticon to the client.
XD means extra delicious. XD is an emoticon, not a phrase meaning extra delicious.
She wrote XD in her report. She used XD as an emoticon in the chat, not in a formal report.

Similar words

LOL
LMAO
ROFL
haha
😂
laughter
chuckle

Adobe Experience Design tool

technology
neutral
A vector‑based user‑experience design and prototyping application developed by Adobe, used to create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes for websites and mobile apps.

Usage

Use XD when referring to Adobe’s design software, especially in professional or technical contexts.

Examples

  • The designer shared a clickable XD file with the development team.
  • We created the app mockup in XD before moving to code.
  • Her portfolio showcases several projects built in XD.
  • The client requested revisions directly in the XD prototype.
  • Our workshop taught beginners how to use XD for UI design.
  • He exported assets from XD for the final build.

Common mistakes

Mixing it up with the emoticon meaning.
IncorrectCorrect
I love using XD to laugh at jokes. I love using Adobe XD to design interfaces.
The team sent an XD for the client. The team sent an Adobe XD prototype for the client.
She downloaded XD from the app store for fun. She downloaded Adobe XD from the Adobe website for design work.

Similar words

Adobe Experience Design
UX design tool
prototyping software
wireframing app
design suite
vector design tool
interface mockup tool

Usage

Use XD for the emoticon in informal messages, and reserve XD for Adobe Experience Design when discussing design tools or workflows.

Common mistakes

Confusing the emoticon with the software name, such as saying XD means laughing when talking about a design prototype.

Etymology

Originated as an emoticon in early internet chat, where X represented closed eyes and D a wide mouth; later adopted as the abbreviation for Adobe Experience Design.

FAQ

What does XD mean in chat messages?

It is an emoticon representing a laughing face, used to show strong amusement.

Is XD an abbreviation for something?

Yes, it commonly stands for Adobe Experience Design, a design and prototyping tool.

How is XD pronounced?

It is spoken as the letters “X D”, /ˌɛks ˈdiː/.

Can I use XD in formal writing?

No, it is informal internet slang and should be avoided in formal contexts.

What is the difference between XD and LOL?

XD depicts a laughing face with closed eyes, while LOL is an acronym for “laugh out loud.”

Where did the XD emoticon originate?

It emerged in early online chat as a text representation of a face with closed eyes (X) and an open mouth (D).

How do I open an Adobe XD file?

Install Adobe XD from Adobe’s website or Creative Cloud and double‑click the .xd file to open it in the application.

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