Entity: QQ
QQ is an internet emoticon used to convey sadness, loss, or crying, originating from the gaming community as a taunt against unskilled players. It also has a secondary meaning of 'Quick Question' in business correspondence.
Etymology
The term 'QQ' originated from the gaming community, where it was used as an emoticon to represent crying or sadness.
Definition
QQ is a versatile emoticon symbolizing crying or sadness, commonly used in online communication and gaming to mock or express emotions.
Historical Context
Originally used in Warcraft as a hotkey to quit the game, 'QQ' evolved into an internet emoticon with various meanings such as conveying sadness or loss.
Cultural Significance
In the gaming community, 'QQ' is used as a taunt against players perceived as unskilled or weak. It has become a widely recognized symbol of expressing emotions online.
Related Concepts
- Quick Question: In business correspondence, 'QQ' is also used to abbreviate 'Quick Question'.
See Also
- Emoticons
- Internet Slang
A versatile emoticon symbolizing crying or sadness, commonly used in online communication and gaming to mock or express emotions.