textbot

noun
UK /ˈtɛkstbɒt/
US /ˈtɛkstbɑːt/

A textbot is a computer program that talks with people by sending and reading messages.

The textbot answered my question about the weather right away.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A bot that automatically sends text messages to customers for a business.

The store's textbot sent me a reminder about my appointment.

3. A simple program used in games to write or reply to in-game chat.

The textbot in the game greeted every new player.

4. A tool that turns speech or data into written text messages.

The textbot typed out the voicemail as a short message.