1. the main written or printed words in a book, article, or other publication
2. a book or other written work used for study
3. a short electronic message sent between mobile phones
Usage: informal

1. to send a short electronic message to someone using a mobile phone
Usage: informal

Examples

• The text of the novel was difficult to read in the dim light.
• Students must purchase the required text for biology class.
• She sent me a text asking what time the movie starts.
• The professor compared different translations of the original text.
• I’ll text you when I arrive at the airport.
• The text message arrived just as we were leaving.
• This history text covers events from 1900 to 1950.