ALL meanings of instant messaging
in·stant mes·sag·ing
I i - uncountable noun instant messaging Instant messaging is a form of written communication that allows you to send messages from one computer to another. The message appears immediately on the screen of the computer you send it to, provided the computer is using the service. The abbreviation IM is also used. 0
- noun instant messaging the online facility that allows the instant exchange of written messages between two or more people using different computers or mobile phones 0
- noun instant messaging an online service enabling subscribers to chat1 (sense 2) with one another 0
- noun instant messaging (communication, computing) A form of realtime communication where two or more people exchange text messages, usually short, using computers or other devices with communications capabilities. 0