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text message
noun
: a short message that is sent electronically to a cell phone or other device
Full Definition of TEXT MESSAGE
: a short message sent electronically usually from one cell phone to another
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First Known Use of TEXT MESSAGE
1978
TEXT MESSAGE Defined for Kids
text message
noun
Definition of TEXT MESSAGE for Kids
: a short message that is sent electronically to a cell phone or other device
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