messaging application

noun
UK /ˈmɛsɪdʒɪŋ ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/
US /ˈmɛsɪdʒɪŋ ˌæpləˈkeɪʃən/

A computer program that lets people send and receive messages.

She uses a messaging application to chat with her friends every day.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Software used by businesses to send automated alerts to customers.

The bank sends fraud alerts through its messaging application.

3. A tool for sending instant messages within a workplace.

Our team uses a messaging application to share updates during the day.

4. An app that supports group conversations and file sharing.

He created a group in the messaging application for the school project.