smiley face
The 'smiley face' is a universal symbol of happiness and friendliness, widely used in digital communication to convey positive emotions.
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Definition
A2Digital Communication
(common)A stylized yellow circle with two dots for eyes and a curved line for a mouth, used to express happiness or friendliness.
Example
- She added a smiley face to her message to show she was joking.
- The smiley face emoji is one of the most used icons in text messages.
B1Digital Communication
(common)A digital icon or emoticon used to represent positive emotions or approval.
Example
- He sent a smiley face emoticon to show his approval.
- Using a smiley face in emails can make your message seem friendlier.
B1Digital Communication
(common, informal)A sequence of text characters like :) or :-), used to indicate a happy mood.
Example
- She ended her text with a smiley face to lighten the tone.
- Adding a smiley face can make your message more personable.
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