LMAO
Texting & Internet Slang abbreviation · Texting and Chat
| Stands for | Laughing my a** off |
|---|---|
| Categories | Texting & Internet Slang |
LMAO stands for Laughing my a** off, a texting and chat abbreviation.
Signals strong amusement, a step up from LOL. In practice it often marks something as funny without implying the writer is literally laughing, and it is common in replies to memes and stories.
Example: Lmao the dog stole the whole pizza off the counter.
Usage notes
Emerged in 1990s online chat. Like LOL, it has weakened over time and is often used for mild amusement. The variant "lmaooo" with extra O's adds emphasis. Contains mild profanity in the full form, so use it with care in work channels; many colleagues will still accept it in a relaxed team chat.