Definition

A type of online mailing list that sends emails to a group of subscribers at once.

Example

I joined a listserv to receive updates about the latest technology news.

Conversation

Have you ever joined a listserv for your interests?

Yeah, I joined one about cooking last month.

That sounds cool! What kind of recipes do they share on the listserv?

They send out a new recipe every week, and it's great for trying new dishes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Listserv → The word is a combination of 'list' (from Old English 'liste', meaning a series or sequence) and 'serv' (from Latin 'servire', meaning to serve). A listserv is a service that serves a list of email addresses to facilitate communication among a group.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'list' of email addresses being 'served' to people, which helps you remember that a listserv is a service for managing email communications.

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