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Definition message in British English

message noun

noun
/ˈmesɪdʒ/

▪ carry, convey, deliver, get, leave, read, receive, relay, send, spread, transmit

1

a piece of written or spoken information that you send to someone, especially when you cannot speak to them directly

Example

I got your email message, thank you.

Example

There's a message for you here from Kimberly.

Example

If I'm not there, just leave a message with Chris.

Example

She's not here at the moment - can I take a message?

Example

The family received several messages of support.

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1.1

a piece of information that you send by email

Example

I had 35 new messages this morning.

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1.2

a piece of information that your brain sends to or receives from part of your body

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2

the main idea that you want people to remember from a speech, advertisement, article etc

Example

The film sends a clear message about the dangers of drug-taking.

Example

Advertisements need to get the message across in 60 seconds or less.

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Definition message in British English