Meaning of the word "instant message" in English

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instant message

US /ˈɪn.stənt ˌmes.ɪdʒ/

UK /ˈɪn.stənt ˌmes.ɪdʒ/

a message sent electronically in real time between two or more users of a computer or mobile device

Example:

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I'll send you an instant message with the details.

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She received an instant message from her friend.

Synonym:

IM chat text message

to send an instant message to someone

Example:

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I'll instant message you when I get home.

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Can you instant message him to confirm the meeting?

Synonym:

IM chat text

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