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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Out of its fleet of around 8,000 satellites currently in orbit, over 500 enable direct-to-cell text messaging. Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 17 Sep. 2025 Many smartphone bans in schools aim to mitigate the impact of unstructured use of devices and features such as social media notifications and text messaging. Angelica Mari, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025 This feature will enable emergency SOS functionality and potentially text messaging in remote areas without cellular or Wi-Fi coverage. Preston Fore, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2025 Use text messaging or social media to communicate with family and friends. Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 28 July 2025 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 18 Sep. 2025.

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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