social media

American  

noun

(usually used with a plural verb)

1. websites and other online means of communication that are used by large groups of people to share information and to develop social and professional contacts.

   Many businesses are utilizing social media to generate sales.

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Etymology

Origin of social media

First recorded in 2000–05

Example Sentences

It has become a popular campaign for sharing on social media.

From The Wall Street Journal

She also managed social media for the Fortune 500 vertical.

From The Wall Street Journal

It acquired a travel agency specializing in K-pop-themed tour packages and recently filed a trademark application for a platform introducing Korean beauty procedures through content created by social media influencers.

From The Wall Street Journal

Before that, police and prosecutors relied on laws dating back before the development of social media, such as sending indecent or offensive messages.

From BBC

But they have sparked outrage with a video circulating on social media showing Muslim men praying near Sydney's Town Hall being pushed and shoved by the police.

From Barron's

Related Words

• social platform