English Reference
Idiom idiom

a means of communication


a way or method that people use to share information or talk to each other.


SIMPLE

“Email is a common means of communication in the office.”

CONTEXTUAL

“Social media has become a primary means of communication for people who live far away from their families.”

COMPLEX

“The development of the printing press served as a revolutionary means of communication, allowing ideas to spread rapidly across the entire continent.”

Last updated April 22, 2026