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/ˈɛks poʊst/
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A post that appears in multiple online locations, typically with the same content.

Examples

  • His x‑post attracted comments from users on several platforms.
  • We decided to x‑post the tutorial across our blog and newsletter.
  • After the conference, the speaker x‑posted the slides on the forum and the mailing list.
  • She x‑posted the announcement to both the subreddit and the Discord channel.
  • The community guidelines prohibit x‑posting without attribution.

Similar words

syndicated post
shared post
cross‑post
duplicate post
repost
mirrored post

Meanings

Usage

Use x‑post for cross‑posting content across platforms, not for a single platform post.

Common mistakes

Dropping the hyphen and writing “xpost” is incorrect.

Etymology

From the abbreviation x‑ meaning ‘cross’, combined with post.

FAQ

What does x‑post mean?

It is a short form of “cross‑post” and refers to the same content being posted in multiple online places.

Is x‑post a noun or a verb?

Primarily a noun, but it can also be used as a verb (e.g., “to x‑post”).

How is an x‑post different from a regular post?

A regular post appears in a single location, while an x‑post is duplicated across several platforms or communities.

When should I use x‑post?

When you want to share identical content across multiple forums, social‑media sites, or newsletters.

Where does the “x” in x‑post come from?

The “x‑” is an abbreviation for “cross”, indicating the crossing of content between different sites.

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