Definition of: message

(mes′ij) noun
1. A communication, as of information, sent in any way.
2. A formal communication from a chief executive to a legislative body, not delivered in person: a message from the president to Congress.
3. An errand; the carrying out of a mission; a messenger's business.
4. An utterance divinely inspired; hence, any important communication embodying a truth, principle, or advice.
5. A television or radio commercial. [<OF <Med. L missaticum <missus, pp. of mittere]