messaging

American  

[mes-uh-jing] / ˈmɛs ə dʒɪŋ /

noun

1. a system or process of transmitting messages, especially electronically, by computer, telephone, television cable, etc.

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messaging British  

/ ˈmɛsɪdʒɪŋ /

noun

1. the practice of sending and receiving written communications by computer or mobile phone

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Etymology

Origin of messaging

message + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett is apologizing for his sharp criticism of a research paper that contradicted the White House’s messaging around tariffs.

From Barron's

Casting for the reboot began late last year, Roberts said, and people “have come out of the woodwork” since, with some messaging her directly on social media.

From Los Angeles Times

But I think … my messaging this morning to the players was this is going to be a sprint, these last 28 games.

From Los Angeles Times

While the idea may seem strange at first, the model has become more mainstream in recent years as platforms have added identity verification, messaging tools and review systems designed to reduce risk.

From MarketWatch

They discussed protest plans in a group chat on Chinese messaging app WeChat, the ABC said.

From Barron's