Snapchat
AmericanEtymology
Origin of Snapchat
First recorded in 2011; snap ( def. ) + chat ( def. )
Example Sentences
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The firm said other major platforms such as Microsoft, Snapchat and OpenAI had been arbitrarily excluded.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
Meta, even Snapchat and TikTok settled before going to trial.
From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026
It is a uniquely modern one, involving graphic photos sent on Snapchat and an online campaign against Swalwell by content creators.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
More than 940 million people use Snapchat every month on average.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026
Since we last saw each other, I’ve already followed Warren on the Gram and Snapchat.
From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi
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