private message
A 'private message' is often abbreviated as PM and is also known as a 'direct message' (DM) or 'personal message'.
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Definition
B1Social Media
(common)A communication sent directly from one user to another that is not visible to others.
Example
- She sent him a private message to discuss the details.
B2Digital Platforms
(informal)A confidential note exchanged between users on an online platform.
Example
- He received a private message with the meeting link.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "private message":
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