ping
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈpɪŋ// UK //pˈɪŋ// ping
n. a short, sharp sound like a bell, or a quick message sent to someone online. You use this when you want to check if someone is available or to get their attention.
n. a short, high-pitched sound; in computing, a network utility used to test the reachability of a host. Often refers informally to a brief electronic message or notification sent to establish contact.
I will send you a ping when I am ready to leave.
The constant ping of incoming notifications made it difficult for him to focus on the report.
The technician monitored the server's response to each ping, looking for any latency issues that might indicate a hardware failure in the primary router.
Usage
Commonly used as a direct object with the verb 'send'.