8-)

Translingual

Alternative forms

• 8), B-), B)

Etymology

8 (sunglasses) + - (nose) + ) (smiling mouth)

Symbol

8-)

1. An emoticon representing a smiley face with eyeglasses or sunglasses.
   • 1985 November 25, Steve Wall, “internet mailing summary”, in net.general (Usenet; in English):

     Here's my promised posting of internetwork mailing.. There was a HUGE amount of mail in response to the original posting.. ppl are really interested in this... It took me 3 days to sort out all the mail... 8-)

   • 2000, Pokémon Gold and Silver (North American version)

     [message from Prof. Elm, on Prof. Oak's PC in Pallet Town]

     I heard rumours that <player name> is making quite a name for himself. I'm delighted to hear that. ELM in NEW BARK TOWN 8-)