e-mail · noun /ˈiː.meɪl/Full view
e-mail (SYSTEM)
A1 U the system for using computers to send messages over the Internet
Dictionary examples:

You can contact me by e-mail.

What's your e-mail address?

Learner example:

For example, [if] people live in different countries, they can use e-mail to keep in touch. (First Certificate in English; B2; Chinese)

e-mail (MESSAGE)
A1 C a message or document sent electronically
Dictionary example:

I got an e-mail from Danielle last week.

Learner example:

If you need anything else send me an e-mail. (Key English Test; A2; Greek)

e-mail · verb T /ˈiː.meɪl/
e-mail
A2 to send a message using e-mail
Dictionary examples:

E-mail me when you have time.

Has he e-mailed you that list of addresses yet?

Learner example:

Phone me or e-mail me and tell me what you think. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Spanish)

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