Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spam
noun
/spæm/
Definition
Unsolicited or irrelevant messages sent over the internet, often in bulk, typically for advertising purposes.
Examples
- My inbox is flooded with spam every day.
- The company was fined for sending spam emails to consumers.
- Many users have installed filters to block spam messages.
Meaning
Spam refers to unwanted communication, especially email, that is often sent in large quantities to promote products or services without the recipients’ consent.
Synonyms
- junk mail
- clutter
- unsolicited messages
- advertising