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

Or at least they’re trying to, courtesy of the influencers who emulate a similar aura across their social media platforms.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

Stripling would love the chance to speak at one of the Dodgers’ morning meetings in spring training, where players hear briefings about everything from safety and security to social media.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

Videos on social media "rarely hold people's attention for more than six seconds," said the singer, adding that she has to keep up with this fast pace to stay in touch with her fans.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

Throughout the campaign we saw the parties fighting it out to organically secure a spot on people's social media feeds by grabbing attention and speak directly to voters.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

“Do you want any social media accounts?” she asks.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy

Related Words

• social platform