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Autoresponder

By Gregory Go, About.com

Definition: A tool that automatically sends a pre-written email in response to an incoming email, often used to acknowledge receipt of a message.
Alternate Spellings: auto-responder
Examples: Use an email autoresponder so customers know their email message reached you.

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