tweet

American  

[tweet] / twit /

noun

1. a weak chirping sound, as of a young or small bird.

2. Digital Technology. a message posted on the Twitter social media service and website: the message may include text, links, photos, or videos.

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verb (used without object)

1. to make a weak chirping sound.

2. Digital Technology. to post a message on Twitter.

   She tweets a lot about movies.

verb (used with object)

1. Digital Technology. to post (a message) on Twitter for (people) to read.

   He tweeted his fans after the event.

tweet British  

/ twiːt /

interjection

1. (often reiterated) an imitation or representation of the thin chirping sound made by small or young birds

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verb

1. (intr) to make this sound

noun

1. a thin chirping sound

2. a short message posted on the Twitter website

Etymology

Origin of tweet

First recorded in 1835–45; imitative

Example Sentences

Or, you can send a Tweet to @karlrove.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026

"This is monumental," Biden said in a video Tweet Thursday.

From Salon • May 16, 2024

“It is grossly inaccurate to say that players think that the current group of referees are doing a ‘good job,’ ” the union wrote in a Tweet tagged to Garber and the league.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2024

Crafty Emails drafted a Tweet with hashtags, emojis and persuasive language in the tone of a cryptocurrency fan.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2023

Sammy looks at the team, and his eyes go wide: “I think I’m going to Tweet that later on.”

From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle