telegram
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈtɛɫəˌɡɹæm// UK //tˈɛlɪɡɹˌæm// tele·gram
n. a short, urgent message sent electronically or by post. You use this word for quick news that needs to reach someone fast.
n. a brief, urgent message transmitted electronically or by post. Historically refers to the telegraph service; now often used metaphorically for concise digital alerts.
She sent a quick telegram to confirm her arrival.
The editor sent a telegram to the reporter asking for the latest details on the storm.
In an age of instant messaging, the telegram remains a symbol of urgent, concise communication stripped of all unnecessary words.
From tele- + -gram.