mid-15c., "talk idly, babble," short for chatter (v.). Meaning "to converse familiarly" is from 1550s. Sense of "flirt with, ingratiate oneself with" (in later use often [..]

1520s, "chatter, frivolous talk;" see chat (v.). Meaning "familiar conversation" is from 1570s. Chat show, for what in U.S. is a talk show, attested from 1969. Chat room in the onl [..]

Typing text into a message box on a screen to engage in dialogue with one or more people via the Internet or other network.

Real-time communication between two or more users via networked-connected computers. After you enter a chat (or chat room), any user can type a message that will appear on the monitors of all the othe [..]

An interactive forum where you can talk in real-time. The chat room is the place or location online where the chat is taking place.  Many chat rooms are established so that people can discuss a common interest like music or movies.  For example Webster likes to go to the "Browser Ball" chat room so that he can talk about his favor [..]

 Another term for IRC. Also, an acronym

software that enables multiple people in realtime to write messages in a public space, usually in typewritten text. As each person submits a message, it appears at the bottom of a scrolling screen.

an informal conversation chew the fat: talk socially without exchanging too much information; "the men were sitting in the cafe and shooting the breeze" New World chat: birds [..]

to talk with someone in a friendly way

Abbreviation for conversational hypertext access technology. A form of interactive online typewritten communication that allows participants ("members") to engage in text-message conferencing, via real-time computer networking over designated communications facilities ("chat rooms"), without storing the messages. Note: Participa [..]

WebGuest Dictionary Online interactive communication on the Web . You can "talk" in real time with other people in the "chat room", but the words are typed instead of spoken.

In the context of the internet "chat" is a feature that allows users from all over the globe to communicate in real time or almost real time. Conventional chat is communication via typing which then appears on the recipient’s screen. This is done via a piece of software that exists on a server. In some cases you need to install co [..]

A method of communication over the Internet in which information is being relayed in real time like a conversation, initially words were typed, not spoken but faster connections have seen audio and vi [..]

Real-time communication between two users via computer. Once a chat has been initiated, either user can enter text by typing on the keyboard and the entered text will appear on the other user's m [..]

Synchronous (real time) computer conferencing capability between two or more users of a network (LAN, WAN, Internet) by keyboard rather than voice transmission, in which everyone who is logged on can [..]

An ISP offered feature that allows members to type messages to one another in a common window. The effect is very similar to chatting at a party. Utilities are now making this feature available across services and throughout the Internet.

Real-time communication between two users via computer. Once a chat has been initiated, either user can enter text by typing on the keyboard and the entered text will appear on the other user's m [..]

a part (protocol) of the internet that allows users to type messages to each other and see each other's messages at the same time; contrast with email, in which there can be a lengthy delay betwe [..]

Typed conversation that you can have with other players at an online poker site (or any online gathering, for that matter).

real-time, synchronous, text-based communication via computer. 

Real-time text-based communication in a virtual environment. Chat can be used in e-learning for student questions, instructor feedback, or even group discussion.

The chat feature lets you 'talk' to your friends and family using SMS messages.

A mobile phone feature that lets users communicate with other parties via an ongoing, text-based communication.

Checklist for Autism in Toddlers; a brief screening tool that is intended to detect possible autism in toddlers. It provides a very basic, top-level determination of whether autism may be likely in a toddler. Often used by pediatricians at the 18-month check-up, it would indicate whether the child should go on for more intensive diagnostic evaluati [..]

Chat describes the way people communicate online in real time. The term "chat" is actually a misnomer. Typically, people in online chat sessions type messages to each other using their keybo [..]

an interaction on a website with a number of people adding text items one after another into the same space at nearly the same time. This differs from a forum because conversations happen in “real tim [..]

A chat is pretty much any online conversation, and normally involves users adding text and other media in a linear fashion into the same space in real-time. For example, a group Twitter chat.

A feature offered by many online services or Web sites that allows participants to “chat” by typing messages which are displayed almost instantly on the screens of other users who are in the same chat [..]

A form of real-time electronic communications where participants type what they want to say, and it is recapitulated on the screens of all other participants in the same chat. Internet Relay Chat (IRC [..]

To send and receive short messages in a chat room.

Online instant communication in an area of the Internet known as the IRC (Internet Relay Chat). Two people "chat" by typing messages that appear on each other's computer screens [..]

A program that lets a group of people talk to each other in real time. Unfortunately Java Applets have a severe restriction that makes chat Applets less efficient than they otherwise would be. Applets [..]

Chatting is like e-mail, only it is done instantaneously and can directly involve multiple people at once. While e-mail now relies on one more or less standard protocol, chatting still has a couple co [..]

A form of instant messaging (IM) that allows users to quickly exchange messages with other online users in order to simulate a real-time conversation or “chat.” Chats can take place on desktop computers, mobile phones and tablet devices. Messages appear almost instantly on the recipient’s monitor. Chat is a fairly ubiquitous feature within many [..]

A feature provided by many Internet web sites by which individuals can communicate (usually by typing messages to each other... sometimes by using a microphone and their voice) with others instantly and often anonymously. Chat is a primary tool of cyber predators, enabling them easy access to communicate with children. Net Nanny includes powerful t [..]

An online, real-time, text-based communication between two or more users

  a discussion that occurs online when all users are logged in at the same time. It is also defined as a form of online communication.

An online group which meets "synchronously" (all users need to be logged in at the same time). Citation All of the pertinent information needed to identify and locate a publication, such as an article or a book.

A means of communicating with people on the Internet by typing statements into your computer, and having the other person do so as well.

Online chat is just like chatting over a burger with friends, except the participants may be anywhere in the world, and the words are typed instead of spoken. Chat takes place in real time and is popular on America Online , IRC, and the Web.

A feature of online services or Web sites that allows participants to "talk" by typing messages that everyone can read at the same time. Here's how it works: The participant enters the [..]

An online real-time conversation, typically carried out by people who use nicknames instead of their real names. A person can continually read messages from others in the “chat room” and then type and send a message reply.

(n) an informal conversation(n) birds having a chattering call(n) songbirds having a chattering call(v) talk socially without exchanging too much information

A form of interactive online communication that enables typed conversations to occur in real-time. When participating in a chat discussion, your messages are instantaneously relayed to other members in the chat room while other members' messages are instantaneously relayed to you.

Nid d’une souris dans l’oreille d’un chat. A mare’s nest. This French phrase is the translation of a line in Wynkyn de Worde’s Amusing Questions, printed i [..]

Key point: Favorite because it provides real-time anonymous communication.

The Chat tool provides synchronous video, audio, and text communication between students enrolled in a course. When added to a course, Chat is a link in Course Navigation.

When two or more users communicate in real-time by typing messages which are sent instantly within the chat room or instant messaging program. In distance learning, a chat may be used for a class disc [..]

Real-time communication over the Internet.

Communicating online, usually live, using one on one communications services such as instant messaging (IM), IRC, Facebook or Skype.

(Electronic classroom/Internet) A discussion session that runs for a defined period and that can be supervised and filtered.

The outer section of the tabla skin.

Communication feature in Habitica. Chat forums are present in the Tavern, guilds, and party screens. Chat screens hold a history of 200 messages.

Chat refers to the process of communicating, interacting and/or exchanging messages over the Internet. It involves two or more individuals that communicate through a chat-enabled service or software. [..]

A service on the internet wherein people may communicate in real-time, in virtual chat rooms, using nicknames to identify themselves. These have waned in popularity over the years, but are still commonly used throughout the internet.

Communication between internet users that occurs through various mediums that allow for text-based communication such as instant message programs, chatrooms, and forums.

The Chat tool provides synchronous video, audio, and chat communication between by the entire course or any subset of the course roster.

Chat allows users to communicate via instant message with other users in a ServiceNow instance (requires the Chat plugin).

Photon Chat is a lightweight service for communication between users. Users can join channels, send private messages and make use of a user status which is available for friends. Chat uses a separate connection and is independent of rooms.

Most online bingo halls have interactive chat with other players.

A way to communicate with the Live Dealer. While the most common form of chatting is through VOIP with a microphone, it is also possible to ‘chat’ with the dealer via text.

An online conversation. Can also be used to describe a Twitter event where people gather at a specified time.

Chat is a kind of online communication. Usually, Chat refers to one-to-one communication through a text-based application.

Chat is real-time communication over the Internet using typed text messages instead of voice. Traditional chat uses traditional IRC channels. Text chat can also be implemented using applications, such as Microsoft NetMeeting,

To be engaged in informal conversation. ''She chatted with her friend in the cafe.'' ''I like to chat over a coffee with a friend.'' To talk more than a few words. ''I met my old friend in t [..]

A chat, exchange of text or voice messages in real time, notably by Internet

The ability to communicate with others, computer to computer, via typed messages."

Chat or chats may refer to:

Chats (formerly sometimes known as "chat-thrushes") are a group of small Old World insectivorous birds formerly classified as members of the thrush family (Turdidae), but following genetic DNA analysi [..]

Chat is fragments of siliceous rock, limestone, and dolomite waste rejected in the lead-zinc milling operations that accompanied lead-zinc mining in the first half of the 20th century. Historic lead a [..]

Chat is a British weekly women's magazine, published through Future plc.