born-digital
Americanadjective
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relating to or noting documents, images, etc., that are created and managed in electronic form.
electronic preservation of born-digital content; a born-digital e-book that will not be available in print.
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originating online.
born-digital businesses.
Etymology
Origin of born-digital
First recorded in 1995–2000
Example Sentences
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“This industry has matured tremendously over the past five years, and today, you have the most powerful companies and influential people in the world fully embracing digital assets.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
Traditional financial institutions are embracing digital currencies, expecting lower transaction costs and faster money movement.
From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026
Betty continued embracing digital media, with recipe software and an electronic cookbook released in the early aughts.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 16, 2022
At any rate, China’s enterprising miners, who once had entire countryside regions and dedicated power plants for their use, are striking out West for new opportunities in countries embracing digital currencies.
From Slate • Jun. 28, 2021
“There is significant opportunity” in media services, Mr. Nadal said, as the business undergoes “a dramatic change” because consumers are so ardently embracing digital, social and mobile media.
From New York Times • Jan. 5, 2012
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