Text — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈtekst/

Meaning & Definition of Text

Text (noun)

  1. the original words and form of a written or printed work
  2. an edited or emended copy of an original work
  3. a work containing such text

Text (verb)

  1. to send a text message from one cell phone to another
  2. to communicate by text messaging

Text (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a book used for instruction in a subject

    "the school's science curriculum suffers from a serious lack of up-to-date texts"

    similar: handbook, manual, primer, textbook
    related: schoolbook, grammar, reader, speller, tract, treatise, dictionary, lexicon, vocabulary, wordbook, casebook, encyclopedia, reference, bible, guide, guidebook

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Text

The most common words with a similar meaning to Text:

handbook, manual, primer, textbook

Related Words for Text

schoolbook, grammar, reader, speller, tract, treatise, dictionary, lexicon, vocabulary, wordbook, casebook, encyclopedia, reference, bible, guide, guidebook

Word Forms of Text

Inflections: texted, texting

Derived words: texter (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Text

Middle English, from Anglo-French tiste, texte, from Medieval Latin textus, from Latin, texture, context, from texere to weave technical

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Text

Words & Phrases Containing Text

text edition, text message, text messaging, alt text, set book/text

Frequently Asked Questions about Text

What does "Text" mean?

"Text" means the original words and form of a written or printed work. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: the original words and form of a written or printed work.

What is another word for "Text"?

Other words for "Text" include handbook, manual, primer and textbook. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Text" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Text"?

There are 20 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Text". Common alternatives include handbook, manual, primer and textbook.

How do you use "Text" in a sentence?

Examples of "Text" in a sentence: "the school's science curriculum suffers from a serious lack of up-to-date texts".

Is "Text" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Text" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Text" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Text" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Text"?

"Text" is pronounced /ˈtekst/.

What is the origin of the word "Text"?

"Text" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French tiste, texte, from Medieval Latin textus, from Latin, texture, context, from texere to weave technical. First known use: 14th century.