text

noun
UK: /tekst/
US: /tekst/

  1. Written words, especially in a book or document.

    1. I read the text on the first page of the book. [ ] [ ]
    2. The text of the agreement was carefully reviewed by the lawyers before signing. [ ] [ ]

  2. The main body of a printed or written work, not including the titles, headings, or illustrations.

    1. The text is easy to read and understand for students. [ ] [ ]
    2. The editor made changes to the text, improving its clarity and flow before publication. [ ] [ ]

  3. A text message sent on a mobile phone.

    1. I sent her a text to confirm our meeting time. [ ] [ ]
    2. She replied to my text immediately after receiving it on her phone. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

content writing message
text verb

  1. To send someone a message using a mobile phone.

    1. I will text you later about the party. [ ] [ ]
    2. Please text me when you arrive at the train station, so I know to pick you up. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "text" in English means: Written words, especially in a book or document., The main body of a printed or written work, not including the titles, headings, or illustrations., A text message sent on a mobile phone..

The phonetic transcription of "text" is /tekst/ in British English and /tekst/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "text": content, writing, message.

Example usage of "text": "I read the text on the first page of the book.". More examples on the page.