Sexting: meaning, definitions and examples

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sexting

 

[ หˆsษ›kstษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

digital communication

Sexting refers to the act of sending sexually explicit messages, photos, or videos through mobile devices, often via messaging apps or social media platforms. This practice has become increasingly popular with the advent of smartphones and easy access to the internet. While sexting can be consensual between adults, it can also lead to legal issues, particularly if minors are involved. Understanding the potential consequences of sexting is essential, including issues of privacy and consent.

Synonyms

cybersex, digital flirting, texting.

Examples of usage

  • She received a sext from her boyfriend.
  • Many teenagers are engaging in sexting without understanding the risks.
  • He was surprised to find out that sexting could have serious implications.

Translations

Translations of the word "sexting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sexting

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅ‡เค•เฅเคธเฅเคŸเคฟเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sexting

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sexting

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะตะบัั‚ะธะฝะณ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sexting

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ปใ‚ฏใ‚นใƒ†ใ‚ฃใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sexting

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sexting

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sexting

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„น์ŠคํŒ…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูƒุณูŠู†ุบ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sexting

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sexting

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ€ง็ˆฑ็Ÿญไฟก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sexting

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sexting

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะตะบัั‚ะธะฝะณ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ”แƒฅแƒกแƒขแƒ˜แƒœแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sexting

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sexting

Etymology

The term 'sexting' is a portmanteau of the words 'sex' and 'texting,' coined in the early 2000s as mobile phones began to feature camera capabilities and text messaging became a prevalent form of communication. Sexting emerged as a phenomenon due to the rise of social media and apps that facilitate instant communication. The word gained significant traction in the media and popular culture as concerns over the implications of explicit communications began to surface, especially regarding privacy issues and the involvement of minors. As society increasingly embraces digital communication, the conversation around sexting continues to evolve, highlighting both its risks and its role in contemporary relationships.