text messaging

noun

: the sending of short text messages electronically especially from one cell phone to another

Examples of text messaging in a Sentence

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In the relatively short history of text messaging, sending screenshots of a text conversation to the subject of the conversation has rarely been used as a tool of de-escalation. R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2024 In the wake of Helene, SpaceX worked with T-Mobile to enable basic text messaging (SMS), allowing users in areas hit by hurricanes to text friends and family, text 911 and receive emergency alerts. Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 23 Oct. 2024 Another feature, Rich Communication Services (RCS), is meant to allow for smoother text messaging between iPhone and Android users. Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, 16 Sep. 2024 Sara also stands up for Lauren, calling out the intent of the text messaging. Alexandra Koster, refinery29.com, 7 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for text messaging 

Word History

First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of text messaging was in 1982

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“Text messaging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/text%20messaging. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

text messaging

noun
text mes·​sag·​ing
-ˈmes-i-jiŋ
: the sending of text messages electronically especially from one cell phone to another

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