EOD

What Does EOD Mean in a Text?

The Quick Answer

EOD means "End of Discussion," "End of Day," and "Explosive Ordnance Disposal."

End of Discussion

The abbreviation EOD is typically used to indicate that as far as the sender is concerned the discussion is over. It is used to emphasize that the sender insists on a point and will no longer listen to arguments against it. For example:

• You will be home by 10 pm and that's that. EOD.

End of Day

In financial markets the "End Of Day" is the end of the trading day, i.e., the time at which trading stops. Other abbreviations with similar meanings to EOD in this context include:

• COB (Close Of Business).
• COP (Close Of Play).
• EBD (End of Business Day).
• EOB (End Of Business).
• EOP (End of Play).

Explosive Ordnance Disposal

When used with the meaning Explosive Ordnance Disposal EOD is the process of rendering safe and disposing of both improvised explosive devices and military munitions, including those that have become hazardous through damage or deterioration.

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When I write EOD, I mean this:

EOD can also mean "End Of Discussion" and "End Of Day."

Summary of Key Points

First Definition of EOD

"End of Discussion" is, by far, the most common meaning for EOD when it is used in a text. (Bear in mind that it could have another meaning if used in a different context.)

EOD
Definition:	End of Discussion
Type:	Abbreviation
Guessability:	2: Quite easy to guess
Typical Users:	Adults and Teenagers

Second Definition of EOD

In business circles "End of Day" is a common definition for EOD.

EOD
Definition:	End Of Day
Type:	Abbreviation
Guessability:	4: Difficult to guess
Typical Users:	Adults

Third Definition of EOD

In military and law enforcement "Explosive Ordnance Disposal" is a common definition for EOD.

EOD
Definition:	Explosive Ordnance Disposal
Type:	Abbreviation
Guessability:	4: Difficult to guess
Typical Users:	Specialists

Examples of EOD in Sentences

Here are examples of EOD in jokes with the meaning "End Of Discussion":

• Money talks ...but all mine ever says is good-bye. EOD.

• I didn't say it was your fault, I said I was blaming you. EOD.

An Academic Look at EOD

EOD is an initialism abbreviation. Technically, this means it is pronounced using its individual letters (i.e., Ee, Oh, Dee). When used with the meaning "End of Discussion" EOD is used as a standalone declarative sentence (i.e., a statement). It is not used as another part of speech within a wider sentence.

Example of EOD Used in a Text

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