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MMS

MMS (noun) means a text-style message that can carry photos, video, or audio, sent over a mobile network. Example: “She sent an MMS with a photo of the damaged package.”

noun
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A text-style message that can carry photos, video, or audio, sent over a mobile network.
"She sent an MMS with a photo of the damaged package."
"Group MMS messages can be slow to load on an older phone."

How to use MMS

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA multimedia text message — like a regular text but able to include pictures, video, or sound.

Common mistake

Don't confuse with SMS, which is text-only; MMS specifically means the message includes media.

Easily confused with
Common pairings
send an mms mms message receive an mms

Word forms

MMSes plural

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She sent an _____ with a photo of the damaged package.

Etymology

An abbreviation of "Multimedia Messaging Service."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “MMS” mean?

The word “MMS” means a text-style message that can carry photos, video, or audio, sent over a mobile network. In plain terms, a multimedia text message — like a regular text but able to include pictures, video, or sound.

How do you use “MMS” in a sentence?

Here is “MMS” used in a sentence: “She sent an MMS with a photo of the damaged package.”

What part of speech is “MMS”?

“MMS” is a noun.

What is the meaning of MMS?

"MMS" (noun) means a text-style message that can carry photos, video, or audio, sent over a mobile network.

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