a discussion between two people that involves sending messages over the internet, especially to get or give information about a company's products

The furniture company employs 20 "design consultants" who offer advice by phone, email, and live chat. 该家具公司雇用了20名 “设计顾问”，通过电话、电子邮件和即时聊天方式提供建议。

Our live chat facility is usually available from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 我们的即时聊天通常从上午9点到下午5点半提供服务。

a discussion between people, especially an expert, famous person, etc. and members of the public, that involves sending messages over the internet and in which anyone can take part

Did you miss our live chat with an allergy expert? 你是否错过了我们组织的与过敏症专家的即时聊天？

Dan Lepard will be taking Christmas baking questions later this month in another live chat. 丹·勒帕尔将在本月晚些时候的另一次即时聊天中回答圣诞烘焙问题。