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/mɛsɪdʒɪŋ ˈsɜrvər/ · mes·sag·ing ser·ver
noun
  1. A computer system that manages and forwards messages between users, often used in instant messaging, email, and other communication protocols. The company's messaging server was down for maintenance, causing users to experience delays in receiving messages.
  2. A software application that provides a centralized platform for sending and receiving messages, often used in business communication and team collaboration. The company implemented a new messaging server to improve communication between team members and departments.

Synonyms

message brokercommunication serverinstant messaging server

Antonyms

file serverdatabase serverweb servermail serverproxy server
Did you know? The first messaging server was developed in the early 1990s by a team of researchers at Carnegie Mellon University, who created a system for sending and receiving messages over the internet.

Related terms

emailinstant messagingcommunication protocolserver softwareteam collaborationbusiness communication
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026