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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

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The department has issued virtually no messaging about the current outbreak.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

The company has long touted privacy as a defining value, particularly in its health and messaging apps.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

The Act's illegal content duties, which took effect in March 2025, require so-called user-to-user services like messaging apps and social networks to prove they are tackling "priority illegal content".

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

His erratic messaging on Iran is further diluted by increasingly frequent digressions on his favorite topic: the construction and renovation of buildings.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Seven stayed up late watching the telecast report and messaging Valley and Thorn in their group chat.

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega

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