fax

noun

ˈfaks 

1

: facsimile sense 2

2

: a device used to send or receive facsimile communications

3

: a facsimile communication

fax verb

Examples of fax in a Sentence

She sent me a copy of her report by fax.

She sent me a fax of her report.

Recent Examples on the Web

People can also report any adverse reactions or quality problems to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax. —Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 30 Jan. 2026

That Harrison believed Davis was going to stay healthy for prolonged periods is akin to sending a fax to Santa Claus. —Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Jan. 2026

Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product can be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online here, by regular mail or by fax by downloading a form or calling 1- 800-332-1088 to request a pre-addressed reporting form. —Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 29 Jan. 2026

Decades into the era of email and smart phones, San Diego County is discontinuing the use of antiquated desk phones and fax machines. —Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

by shortening & alteration

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing fax

• fax modem

Rhymes for fax

• axe
• backs
• blacks
• cracks
• flax
• hacks
• jacks
• knacks
• lacks
• lakhs
• lax
• macs

Kids Definition

fax

noun

ˈfaks 

1

: facsimile sense 2

2

: a machine used to send or receive facsimile communications

3

: a facsimile communication

fax verb