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MDN

MDN

1 8.5
An electronic message that tells the sender their message was received, opened, or acted on
  • noun
  • Texting
: MDN
  • The email system automatically sends an MDN when the recipient opens the message.

Examples

  • He requested an MDN to confirm that his important document was received.

  • Some users disable the MDN feature to maintain their privacy.

  • I received an MDN confirming my message was delivered.

  • The system automatically sends an MDN once the message is opened.

  • He received an MDN that confirmed his email was read by the recipient.

  • After sending the contract, she checked for an MDN to ensure it was acknowledged.

  • The messaging app provides an MDN when the message is displayed on the other device.

Synonyms

notification
vsMDN
107 3.3

A message that tells you about something, often sent by email or an app

confirms to the original sender that their message was received or shown
ping
vsMDN
  • Texting
11 3.9

A short electronic alert that tells you about a message or event

confirms receipt or display back to the original sender rather than prompting reply

Surface Forms

MDN singular
MDNs plural

Etymology

MDN here comes from the phrase Message Disposition Notification, which is a short notice that tells the sender what happened to their message, like 'received', 'opened', or 'acted on'. So an MDN is a confirmation that the message was handled in some way.