Did you send a text to which someone replied "IDTS"? While this abbreviation has multiple meanings, they are unlikely to be referring to an integrated data transport system or an integrated development test schedule. Rather, the person is disagreeing with you. This post explores the meaning and origin of IDTS. Meaning The modern internet abbreviation […]
HYB – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you about to text a friend? You could open the conversation with ‘HYB’ to ask them how they are. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The acronym ‘HYB’ comes from the world of texting, which stands for ‘How You Been?’ It’s grammatically incorrect, but we’re dealing with informal text […]
Om – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Have you ever asked yourself what the single most powerful syllable in the universe is? Are you wondering what those people doing a yoga class at your local park are chanting? "Om" is the correct answer in both cases. Learn more about the origins of this word, symbol, or syllable in this post. Meaning The […]
MUA – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Do you know someone with a career as a makeup artist? You could call them an 'MUA.' This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The acronym 'MUA' stands for 'makeup artist.' A makeup artist is a career professional that works on a movie, TV show, or commercial set. They are makeup […]
WTM – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Have you received a text message or a Snapchat message containing the abbreviation "WTM"? This particular text slang can pose a challenge, as it has at least three distinct meanings. This post will help you make sense of the message you got from the context, and examine its origins. Meaning The internet slang WTM, which […]
Sigma Male – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Do you know a man who is on the top of his game? Perhaps you have come across a guy at work who is great at his job but bad at being social? Do you consider yourself an Alpha male but view those with similar traits as lesser? If so, the term sigma male is […]
Hobo – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did a friend just tell you he’s going to quit his job and ‘walk the world like Kane in Kung Fu?’ You could say he has aspirations to be a ‘hobo.’ This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘hobo’ refers to a person that travels the country without a […]
RT – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you reading a post on Twitter that you think your followers need to see? You could promote it with an ‘RT’ to your timeline. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The acronym ‘RT’ has several meanings. The most popular use of the term is to describe the ‘retweet’ function […]
TBC – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Do you have to cut a conversation short? You could tell the other person ‘TBC’ to let them know you’ll chat to them later. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The acronym ‘TBC’ stands for ‘to be continued.’ It’s common to see this phrase when you’re watching TV shows, and […]
T4T – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you a trans person only interested in dating other trans people? Remember to add 't4t' to your bio on your favorite dating site. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this term. Meaning The acronym 't4t' is an abbreviation of the term 'trans4trans.' It means you're a transgender person and only interested in […]