messenger
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈmɛsɪndʒər/
KK: /ˈmɛsɪndʒər/
noun
Definition
A person or thing that delivers messages or news.
Example
The messenger arrived with important news from the king.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new messenger app everyone is using?
Yeah, I've heard it's really convenient for chatting.
I think it's great that we can send messages instantly through a messenger now.
Absolutely! It makes staying in touch so much easier.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
courier
herald
bearer
Antonyms
recipient
receiver
addressee
transitive verb
Definition
To send a message or information through a person or a system that delivers it.
Example
I will messenger the documents to you by noon.
Tense Forms
Past: messengered
Past Participle: messengered
Conversation
Did you hear that Sam is moving to a new city?
Yeah, I heard! Are you going to messenger him some farewell gifts?
I was thinking about it; it would be a nice surprise.
Root Explanation
Messenger → It is formed from "messager" (from Old French, meaning one who delivers messages) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). The word "messenger" refers to a person who delivers messages or information.
Memory Tip
Think of a person who delivers messages — the Old French "messager" means just that, and the "-er" indicates it's a person.
Visually Confused Words
lessener
foremessenger
archmessenger
essene