Net: meaning, definitions and examples

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net

 

[ nษ›t ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

internet

A global computer network providing a variety of information and communication facilities, consisting of interconnected networks using standardized communication protocols.

Synonyms

cyberspace, online, web

Examples of usage

  • I spend a lot of time on the net checking emails and browsing social media.
  • The net has revolutionized the way we access information and connect with people around the world.
Context #2 | Noun

sports

A piece of open-meshed material made of twine, cord, or something similar, used typically for catching fish or other animals.

Synonyms

mesh, trap, web

Examples of usage

  • The fisherman cast the net into the water, hoping for a good catch.
  • The basketball player scored by shooting the ball through the net.
Context #3 | Verb

action

Catch or land (a fish or other animal) with a net.

Synonyms

capture, catch, snare

Examples of usage

  • They netted a huge haul of fish from the river.
  • The team managed to net three goals in the first half of the match.

Translations

Translations of the word "net" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rede

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคพเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Netz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jaring

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะตั€ะตะถะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sieฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒƒใƒˆ (netto)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rรฉseau

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ red

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท aฤŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ทธ๋ฌผ (geumul)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุจูƒุฉ (shabaka)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sรญลฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sieลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฝ‘ (wวŽng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mreลพa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ net

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะตะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒกแƒ”แƒšแƒ˜ (qs'eli)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸษ™bษ™kษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ red

Etymology

The word 'net' originated from the Old English word 'nett', which meant a piece of open-meshed material. It has been used for centuries to refer to various types of nets, including those used for fishing, sports, and even the internet. Over time, 'net' has become synonymous with connectivity, capture, and interweaving, reflecting its diverse applications in different contexts.

See also: internet, netminder, netting, network.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,065, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.