Meaning of the word "chat online" in English

What does "chat online" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

chat online

US /tʃæt ˈɑnˌlaɪn/
UK /tʃæt ˈɒnˌlaɪn/

Phrase

to communicate with someone over the internet, typically by typing messages in real-time

Example:
I often chat online with my friends who live in other countries.
Do you prefer to call or to chat online?