Meaning of the word text in English

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text

US /tekst/
UK /tekst/
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Noun

1.

a book or other written or printed work, regarded in terms of its content rather than its physical form

Example:
The original text of the novel was much longer.
She studied the ancient text carefully.
2.

a written message sent by mobile phone

Example:
I sent him a text to confirm the meeting.
Did you get my text?

Verb

1.

send a text message to (someone)

Example:
I'll text you the details later.
She texted him to remind him about the appointment.
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