social media

noun

plural in form but singular or plural in construction

: forms of electronic communication (such as websites for social networking and microblogging) through which users create online communities to share information, ideas, personal messages, and other content (such as videos)

Examples of social media in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Cliff Mager, another community member, said that residents continued to monitor Kelly through his social media accounts. —Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 29 Oct. 2024

Alongside an emotional photo of the duo embracing at the concert, Adele took to social media to share a sweet note. —Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 28 Oct. 2024

However, Truth Social remains Trump’s preferred social media platform. —Todd Spangler, Variety, 28 Oct. 2024

Stress the importance of responsible social media use, and ensure that employees are aware of how their online presence can impact both their careers and the institution. —Irma Becerra, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1994, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

social media

singular or plural noun

: forms of electronic communication (as websites for social networking and microblogging) through which users create online communities to share information, ideas, personal messages, and other content (as videos)