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messages

/ˈmɛsɪd͡ʒɪz/
Meanings
  • noun

    A collection of information sent from one party to another. Can be in various forms such as text, voice, or multimedia.

    - "He sent a series of messages to his friend."
    - "The text message read: 'Meet me at the park.'"
    - "The email contained important messages about the project."
  • noun

    A signal or sign used to convey information or a command.

    - "The traffic signals gave the message to drivers to stop."
    - "The smoke from the chimney gave the message that someone was cooking."
    - "The weather vane gives messages about the direction of the wind."
Pronunciation
  1. /ˈmɛsɪd͡ʒɪz/



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Synonyms

text
Rhymes
Words rhyming with messages
message , casement , agreement , appliance , impression
Homonyms
Words having the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings and origins

  1. message (English) : A communication or information

  2. message (Spanish) : A suitcase or bag

Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. message (English) : A communication or information

  2. massage (English) : A manipulation of muscles and soft tissues to improve health and well-being

Variants
List of all variants of messages that leads to same result
message , messages , messaged , messaging , mixed messages , mixed messages/signals , mixed signals
Forms
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messages, message's, messages', messaged, messaging

Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'message' comes from the Old French word 'message,' which means 'a dispatcher or an errand.'

Trivia
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  1. The term 'message in a bottle' refers to a sealed bottle containing a note or letter that is thrown into the sea with the hope that it will be found by someone.

  2. The first text message was sent on December 3, 1992, by Neil Papworth to Vodafone executive Richard Jarvis.

  3. The term 'smoke signal' is a metaphor for sending a message, even though it is not an actual method of communication.

Related Concepts
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  1. Communication: The act of conveying information between two or more entities

  2. Information: Facts or data that is received, processed, and understood

  3. Signal: A representation or indication of something

Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, messages can refer to hidden meanings or themes within a story. In art, messages can be conveyed through symbols or visual representations. In music, messages can be conveyed through lyrics or melodies.

How to Memorize "messages"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a collection of notes or letters arranged in a cohesive manner.
    - Imagine yourself sending a message to a friend.
    - Visualize the word 'message' written out in bold letters.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'message' with the idea of communication.
    - Think of a messenger delivering a letter.
    - Associate the word with the feeling of receiving good news.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create an acronym: 'Messages' could stand for 'Making Everyone Grasp Significant Situations.'
    - Create a sentence using the first letter of each definition: 'Messages are a collection of information sent from one party to another.'

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