message
Pronunciation:
/ˈmɛsɪd͡ʒ/noun
Definitions
A communication, or what is communicated; any concept or information conveyed.
Example: We've just received an urgent message from the President.
An underlying theme or conclusion to be drawn from something.
Example: The main message of the novel is that time heals all wounds.
(chiefly in the plural) An errand.
See messages.
verb
Definitions
To send a message to; to transmit a message to, e.g. as text via a cell phone.
Example: I messaged her about the concert.
To send (something) as a message; usually refers to electronic messaging.
Example: Please message the final report by fax.
To send a message or messages; to be capable of sending messages.
Example: The runaway computer program was messaging non-stop.
To bear as a message.