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   Mes·sage

   /ˈmesij/

   

   noun

   • 1. a verbal, written, or recorded communication sent to or left for a recipient who cannot be contacted directly: "if I'm not there, leave a message on the voice mail" Similar communicationpiece of informationnewswordnotememorandummemoemailpostingtweetletterlinemissivereportbulletincommuniquédispatchintelligencenotificationannouncement
   • ▪ an official or formal communication, especially a speech delivered by a head of state to a legislative assembly or the public: US "the president's message to Congress"
   • ▪ an email or similar electronic communication: "select an option to delete your mail messages"
   • ▪ an electronic communication generated automatically by a computer program and displayed on a screen: "an error message"
   • ▪ a divinely inspired communication from a prophet or preacher: "Jesus and his followers were promulgating a specifically Judaic message for Judaic adherents"
   • ▪ a television or radio commercial: US "we will return after these messages"
   • 2. a significant point or central theme, especially one that has political, social, or moral importance: "a campaign to get the message about home security across" Similar meaningsenseimportideapointthrustgistessencespiritcontentsubject (matter)substanceimplicationtenordriftpurportintimationthememorallessonprecept
   • 3. an errand: British "all she did was make the tea and run messages" Similar errandtaskjobcommissionchoremissionshopping

   verb

   • 1. send a message to (someone), especially by email, text, app, or other electronic means: "I was messaged by a Californian contact for some information"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French, based on Latin missus, past participle of mittere ‘send’.

   Scrabble Points: 10

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionarymessage | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   Definition of message – Learner’s Dictionary. message. noun [ C ] uk / ˈmesɪdʒ / us. message noun [C] (INFORMATION) Add to word list. A1. a piece of written or spoken information that one person gives to another: Did you get my message? I left her several messages, but she hasn't returned my call. Fewer examples. Did you pass on my message to him?

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishMESSAGE | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   MESSAGE definition: 1. a piece of written or spoken information that one person gives to another: 2. the most…. Learn more.

4. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryMESSAGE definition in American English | Collins English ...

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   May 2, 2024 · A message is a piece of information or a request that you send to someone or leave for them when you cannot speak to them directly. I got a message you were trying to reach me. Synonyms: communication, note, bulletin, word More Synonyms of message. 2. countable noun.

5. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › message_2message verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage ...

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   Check pronunciation: message. Definition of message verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › thesaurusMESSAGE - 22 Synonyms and Antonyms - Cambridge English

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   noun. These are words and phrases related to message. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of message. I received a message that she would be late. Synonyms. notice. report. word. statement. news. communication. memorandum. communiqué. intelligence. tidings. dispatch. missive. note. letter. bulletin.

7. www.coursera.org › articles › communication-effectivenessWhat Is Effective Communication? Skills for Work ... - Coursera

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   Feb 1, 2024 · Effective communication is the process of exchanging ideas, thoughts, opinions, knowledge, and data so that the message is received and understood with clarity and purpose. When we communicate effectively, both the sender and receiver feel satisfied.

8. www.thoughtco.com › what-is-communication-1689877What Is Communication and How to Use It Effectively - ThoughtCo

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   Sep 19, 2019 · Communication is the process of sending and receiving messages through verbal or nonverbal means, including speech, or oral communication; writing and graphical representations (such as infographics, maps, and charts); and signs , signals, and behavior. More simply, communication is said to be "the creation and exchange of meaning ."