What Does Facebook Status Mean?
A Facebook status is a feature that allows users to post and share a small amount of content on their profile, on their friends’ walls and in Facebook news feeds. A user’s Facebook status may be updated using the “Update Status” bar that appears at the top of the user’s homepage and profile page. User’s often use this space for updates about their day or to post clever quips; website, video and photos can also be shared this way.
Techopedia Explains Facebook Status
A Facebook status update is generally designed to be short and provide some information without going into too much detail. Status updates have gained a place in popular culture as a new form of literary expression and many websites have emerged to publicize funny or clever updates.