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netting

 

[ ˈnɛtɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fishing gear

Netting refers to the process of catching fish using nets. It is a common method of fishing that has been used for centuries. Netting can be done in rivers, lakes, or oceans, and it is an important source of food for many communities around the world.

Synonyms

fishing net, mesh, web

Examples of usage

  • The fishermen spent the morning repairing their netting before heading out to sea.
  • Netting is often more sustainable than other fishing methods.
Context #2 | Noun

construction

In construction, netting refers to a material made of threads or wires woven together in a grid-like pattern. It is often used to create barriers or enclosures, such as safety netting on construction sites or netting around a sports field to keep balls from going out of bounds.

Synonyms

mesh, net, webbing

Examples of usage

  • The workers installed netting around the scaffolding to prevent objects from falling onto the street below.
  • The soccer field was surrounded by netting to keep the ball from rolling away.

Translations

Translations of the word "netting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rede

🇮🇳 जाल

🇩🇪 Netz

🇮🇩 jaring

🇺🇦 сітка

🇵🇱 siatka

🇯🇵 ネット

🇫🇷 filet

🇪🇸 red

🇹🇷 ağ

🇰🇷 그물

🇸🇦 شبكة

🇨🇿 síť

🇸🇰 sieť

🇨🇳 网

🇸🇮 mreža

🇮🇸 net

🇰🇿 тор

🇬🇪 ბადე

🇦🇿 şəbəkə

🇲🇽 red

Word origin

The word 'netting' originated from the Old English word 'nett', which meant a net. Nets have been used by humans for thousands of years for various purposes, including fishing, hunting, and trapping. The process of netting has evolved over time, with different materials and techniques being used to create more efficient nets. Today, netting is an essential tool in industries such as fishing, sports, and construction.

See also: internet, net, netminder, network.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,668, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.