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network
('n/E/t,w/[@]/rk )

noun (n)

  • an interconnected system of things or people(noun.group)
    Example:
    He owned a network of shops.
    Retirement meant dropping out of a whole network of people who had been part of my life.
    Synonym:
    web
    source: wordnet30
  • (broadcasting) a communication system consisting of a group of broadcasting stations that all transmit the same programs(noun.artifact)
    Example:
    The networks compete to broadcast important sports events.
    source: wordnet30
  • an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals(noun.artifact)
    Synonym:
    mesh, meshing, meshwork, net
    source: wordnet30
  • a system of intersecting lines or channels(noun.artifact)
    Example:
    A railroad network.
    A network of canals.
    source: wordnet30
  • (electronics) a system of interconnected electronic components or circuits(noun.artifact)
    Synonym:
    electronic network
    source: wordnet30
  • A fabric of threads, cords, or wires crossing each other at certain intervals, and knotted or secured at the crossings, thus leaving spaces or meshes between them.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • communicate with and within a group(verb.communication)
    Example:
    You have to network if you want to get a good job.
    source: wordnet30
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