messaging

American

[mes-uh-jing] / ˈmɛs ə dʒɪŋ /

noun

a system or process of transmitting messages, especially electronically, by computer, telephone, television cable, etc.

messaging British

/ ˈmɛsɪdʒɪŋ /

noun

the practice of sending and receiving written communications by computer or mobile phone

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Etymology

Origin of messaging

message + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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On the stand Monday, Erickson acknowledged messaging Grossman up until near the end of her murder trial in 2024.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Promotional materials emphasized American branding, patriotic messaging and customer loyalty, while official launch announcements framed the service as a bold alternative to mainstream telecom providers.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

Under practical finite key conditions, the setup maintained an average secure key rate of about ~15 bits/s, a level considered suitable for real-world encrypted text messaging applications.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

The union’s own messaging reflects these misplaced priorities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Ever since she’d gotten her own cell phone at the start of sixth grade, she was constantly on her phone, messaging other people and checking celebrity sites.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence

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