DM

1 of 3

noun

ˌdē-ˈem 

plural DMs

: a private message sent on social media to a specific individual or group

However, Sadie Stanley was ultimately cast as Kim, and Madelaine even sent her an encouraging DM about her new role.

—Kara Nesvig

DM verb

DMed; DMing; DMs

Women around the world DMed Robbie and Sarah saying how much the couple's love inspired them.

—Rebecca Jennings

DM

2 of 3

abbreviation (1)

deutsche mark

dm

3 of 3

abbreviation (2)

decimeter

Examples of DM in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Jump right in their DM with a video, 'You b---- a-- ... —Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2025

Sheridan Employees: 120, with 88 in Colorado Facts: DM Construction is a full-service exterior cladding contractor that offers over 15 services, including stone, stucco, brick, and renovation. —Special To The Denver Post, Denver Post, 14 May 2025

Online Gaming Risks for Kids Put simply, any platform with a direct message (DM) or public chat feature can pose risks for kids. —Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 6 May 2025

Embrace Persistence No one wants to DM strangers on LinkedIn or ask friends for introductions. —Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 6 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

Noun

direct message

First Known Use

Noun

2007, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

dm

1 of 2 abbreviation

decimeter

DM

2 of 2 abbreviation

1

dermatomyositis

2

diabetes mellitus

3

diastolic murmur

4

[Latin dystrophia myotonica] myotonic dystrophy