An expression of surprise used on Instant Messaging services.

To textually raise one's eyebrow as an expression of shock, bemusement, plain amazement or in any 'lost for words' scenario.

Similar to a combination of MSN ^o) and :| and :O, a generally mutli-purpose smiley!

Extreme usage on Active Worlds within SW City as the lingo of choice.

Other alias's are: o_0

bottled up excitement combined with frustration, sarcasm, asian persuasion, and deprivation. all of which are controlled by the cerebellum.