chatbox

noun
UK /ˈtʃæt.bɒks/
US /ˈtʃæt.bɑːks/

A chatbox is a small box on a screen where you type messages to talk to someone.

I typed my question into the chatbox and waited for a reply.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A small window in a video game where players type messages to each other.

The players used the chatbox to plan their next move.

3. A box on a website where visitors can type questions to a support helper.

Click the chatbox in the corner to ask for help.

4. A text field on a live stream where viewers post comments.

Her message scrolled up the chatbox during the stream.