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Emoticon

/ɪˈmoʊtɪkɑn/noun
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An emoticon is a symbolic representation of a facial expression made from keyboard characters, like :) to indicate a smile, used to convey emotions in text-based communication. Beyond just adding a lighthearted touch, emoticons help bridge the gap in digital interactions where tone and nuance can easily be lost, making them essential in modern messaging for everything from professional emails to casual chats.

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