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1network
noun net·work \ˈnet-ˌwərk\
: a system of lines, wires, etc., that are connected to each other
: a system of computers and other devices (such as printers) that are connected to each other
: a group of people or organizations that are closely connected and that work with each other
Full Definition of NETWORK
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: a fabric or structure of cords or wires that cross at regular intervals and are knotted or secured at the crossings
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: a system of lines or channels resembling a network
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a : an interconnected or interrelated chain, group, or system <a network of hotels> b : a system of computers, peripherals, terminals, and databases connected by communications lines
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a : a group of radio or television stations linked by wire or radio relay b : a radio or television company that produces programs for broadcast over such a network
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: a usually informally interconnected group or association of persons (as friends or professional colleagues)
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First Known Use of NETWORK
1535
Rhymes with NETWORK
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2network
verb
: to connect (computers) in a way that allows information and equipment to be shared
: to talk with people whose jobs are similar to yours especially for business opportunities or advice
Full Definition of NETWORK
transitive verb
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: to cover with or as if with a network <a continent … so networked with navigable rivers and canals — Lamp>
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chiefly British : to distribute for broadcast on a television network; also : broadcast 3
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: to join (as computers) in a network
intransitive verb
: to engage in networking
— net·work·er \-ˌwər-kər\ noun
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First Known Use of NETWORK
1887
NETWORK Defined for Kids
network
noun net·work \ˈnet-ˌwərk\
Definition of NETWORK for Kids
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: an arrangement of things forming a pattern with spaces between <a network of roads>
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: a system of computers connected by communications lines
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: a group of connected radio or television stations
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network
noun net·work \ˈnet-ˌwərk\
Medical Definition of NETWORK
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: a fabric or structure of cords or wires that cross at regular intervals and are knotted or secured at the crossings
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: a system of lines or channels resembling a network <a network of veins>
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