Definition of sexting
: the sending of sexually explicit messages or images by cell phone
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The public vote on their 10-year renewal came at a politically vulnerable time for Yenni, who was just acknowledging the sexting scandal.
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A former Pennsylvania high school student has sued school and county officials for damages in a controversial sexting case.
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Origin and Etymology of sexting
blend of sex and texting
First Known Use: 2005
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