chat room

noun

, Digital Technology.

1. a branch of a computer network or a software application in which participants can engage in real-time discussions about a specific topic with one another group chat. chat ( def 4 ).

chat room

1. A service provided by certain ISPs that allows a group of people to communicate with each other by typing at their keyboards.

Notes

Chat rooms can facilitate free-flowing conversations ranging from a discussion about pop music to friendly banter.

Example Sentences

There was no single “fence” he said, and many of the people involved appeared to be trying to sell the stolen merchandise on social media and in chat rooms.

From Los Angeles Times

But on talk shows and in chat rooms the grievances and hostilities that have led the nation to this point were not quieted.

From Los Angeles Times

Frausto, whose family is Mescalero Apache, decided to start a new private group, which has several chat rooms where 500 members can share abortion experiences, resources and support — and find others of similar diverse backgrounds.

From Seattle Times

In desperation, her mum, Maria sought friendship and support in a chat room.

From BBC

Michelson denied Blue has a history of aggression, contending “chat rooms are not acceptable or reliable sources of factual information,” in response to the questions sent Cooley.

From Los Angeles Times