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emote v

(transitive) To display or express (emotions, mental states, etc.) openly, particularly while acting, and especially in an excessive manner. To deliver (a speech), say (lines of a play, words), etc., in a dramatic or emotional manner, especially if overly so. (intransitive) To display (excessive) emotion, especially while acting. (Internet, text messaging) To express a virtual action, presented to other users as a graphic or reported speech, rather than sending a straightforward message. emote n (Internet, text messaging) A virtual action expressed to other users as a graphic or reported speech rather than a straightforward message. (Internet, Twitch-speak) Short for emoticon.

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