Are you new to the GIRLTalk community? Don't know what "HG," "OOS," or "MLBB" mean but you're just too shy to ask? Don't worry, GIT newbie! Here's a list of commonly used forum terms to help you out!

1. Thread--a specific forum topic (e.g.: All about blushes)
   
2. PM--a private message you can send to an individual username
   
3. Sis--an endearing way to address co-GIRLTalkers
   
4. Subscribing--joining the thread
   
5. TIA--thanks in advance
   
6. IMHO--in my honest opinion
   
7. HTH--hope this helps
   
8. IC--I see
   
9. ^--this symbol indicates that the user is directly replying to previous poster
   
10. Mods--forum moderators; ones who screen and filter the conversations within the threads
    
11. Lemmings--wishlist; an item one wishes to own
    
12. HG--"Holy Grail" product, one's favorite item or best purchase
    
13. OOS--out of stock
    
14. MLBB--my lips but better; a lip shade that enhances one's natural lip color without altering it entirely
    
15. FS--for sale (only allowed in the FN Marketplace)

Did we miss out on more terms? Let us know by leaving a comment below! Happy GIRLTalking!

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