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E-mail Definition & Meaning

e-mail
noun
  1. (computer science) a system of world-wide electronic communication in which a computer user can compose a message at one terminal that can be regenerated at the recipient's terminal when the recipient logs in; "you cannot send packages by electronic mail"
verb
  1. communicate electronically on the computer; "she e-mailed me the good news"

"E-mail" in song lyrics

See how e-mail is used in real songs:

  • "All is good, all is swell over here, I responded to your e-mail"
    Asheru — Idea (Feat. Agent 006)
  • "EPMD-dot-com, spread as e-mail"
    Das EFX f/ PMD — Take it Back
  • "And I can't check personal e-mail"
    Devo Spice — I Hate Mondays

Words that rhyme with e-mail

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Frequently asked questions

What does e-mail mean?
(computer science) a system of world-wide electronic communication in which a computer user can compose a message at one terminal that can be regenerated at the recipient's terminal when the recipient logs in; "you cannot send packages by electronic mail" communicate electronically on the computer; "she e-mailed me the good news"
What part of speech is e-mail?
E-mail is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does e-mail have?
E-mail has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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