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Maybe you found a social media post where someone was raving about their "OTP," or the phrase "OTP" showed up in a text on your phone. You're totally lost—what exactly is this acronym supposed to mean? Don't worry! This wikiHow is on the case. We’re taking a closer look at all the different meanings of OTP in all types of online scenarios, as well as different ways you can use and reply to OTP in your own chats. In just a few minutes, you'll be prepared for just about any digital OTP situation.
What does OTP mean in texting?
In fandom, OTP stands for “One True Pairing,” which is your favorite fictional couple. In texting, however, OTP might also stand for “On the phone,” “One time password,” or occasionally “One trick pony.” In general, though, you’ll usually use the phrase to gush about your favorite characters and their relationship.
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- ↑ https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/OneTruePairing
- ↑ https://the-niche.blog/2017/06/26/the-100-most-popular-ships-on-ao3-ranked/
- ↑ http://acronymsandslang.com/meaning-of/chat-and-sub-cultures/OTP.html
- ↑ https://www.usnews.com/360-reviews/privacy/what-is-one-time-password
- ↑ https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/OneTruePairing