Meaning of the word texts in English

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texts

US /teksts/
UK /teksts/

Plural Noun

1.

written words, especially those forming the main part of a book, magazine, or other work

Example:
The book contains many ancient texts.
She studied various literary texts for her research.
2.

short messages sent electronically from one cell phone to another

Example:
I sent her a few texts to see if she was okay.
He ignored all my texts and calls.

Verb

to send a text message to someone

Example:
She often texts her friends to make plans.
He texts me every morning to say good morning.