text message

noun

an electronic message sent over a cellular network from one cell phone to another by typing words, often in shortened form, as “l8t” for “late,” on the phone's numeric or QWERTY keypad.

text message

noun

a written message sent by means of a mobile phone

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Word History and Origins

Origin of text message¹

First recorded in 1975–80

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Example Sentences

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The French recruited their sample for their national citizens’ convention on climate by sending out 400,000 text messages.

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The stalwart period has been stigmatized in text messages as an expression of simmering fury for years.

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If you’re hoping to communicate with loved ones when you’re deeper in the Trinities, you’ll want to consider bringing a satellite communicator or ensure your cellphone can use satellites to send text messages.

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Cole, in a text message, said Monday that he did not yet have information on the allegations.

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On Monday, Mold Crown Court heard details of text messages sent by members of the Ives family to each other.

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