ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Message

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈmɛs.ɪdʒ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Message is a noun meaning A communication, or what is communicated; any concept or information conveyed.

Meaning

A communication, or what is communicated; any concept or information conveyed.

More Meanings

  1. An underlying theme or conclusion to be drawn from something.
  2. (UK, Ireland, chiefly in the plural) An errand.
  3. (Ireland, Scotland, Northern England) See messages (“groceries, shopping”).
  4. To send a message to; to transmit a message to, e.g. as text via a cell phone.
  5. To send (something) as a message; usually refers to electronic messaging.
  6. (intransitive) To send a message or messages; to be capable of sending messages.
  7. (obsolete) To bear as a message.

Example Sentences

Just message me for directions.
I have a message from God unto thee.
He received a message telling him to update his laptop.
We've just received an urgent message from the President.

Word Forms

Synonyms for message

Depending on context, synonyms include text, content, substance.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include substance, content, file, transmission, communication, news.

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