Dittoing

/ˈdɪtoʊɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of 'ditto,' meaning to repeat or copy something, or to express agreement by saying 'ditto.'

Etymology

From 'ditto' (Italian 'detto') with the present participle suffix '-ing.' Creates the continuous aspect of the repeating action.

Kelly Says

In the early internet era, 'dittoing' a comment was the predecessor to upvotes and likes—it was a social agreement mechanism that showed you didn't need to add anything, just wanted to signal support!

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