text message

noun

: a short message sent electronically usually from one cell phone to another

Examples of text message in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

LeVota told The Star in a text message Friday that the trip to Mexico is a vacation. — Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 14 Nov. 2026

Navarrete would send a text message to his parents after the murders, inviting them to dinner, according to officials. — CBS News, 13 Nov. 2026

Alex alleged that Brand apologized to her in person and by text message. — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 12 Nov. 2026

In the winter of 2025, Brandon Holguin met a teenager at a thrift store, then began frequently contacting the boy by text message, phone call and in person. — Los Angeles Times, 11 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1993, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for text message

• expressage
• presage

Kids Definition

text message

noun

: a short message sent electronically usually from one cell phone to another