Network

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /nÉ›twɜːk/
• US IPA: /nÉ›twɝk/

Origin

net + work

Full definition of network

Noun

1. A fabric or structure of fibrous elements attached to each other at regular intervals.
2. Any interconnected group or systemA network of roads crisscrossed the country.
3. A directory of people maintained for their advancementTo get a job in today's economy, it is important to have a strong network.
4. (broadcasting) A group of affiliated television stations that broadcast common programs from a parent company.
• 2008, Lou Schuler, "Foreward", in Nate Green, Built for Show, page xiTV back then was five channels (three networks, PBS, and an independent station that ran I Love Lucy reruns),...
5. (computing) Multiple computers and other devices connected together to share informationThe copy machine is connected to the network so it can now serve as a printer.

Derived terms

• Bayesian network
• economic network
• social network
• computer network
• network subsystem
• neural network
• artificial neural network
• television network
• network card

Verb

1. (intransitive) To interact socially for the purpose of getting connections or personal advancement.Many people find it worthwhile to network for jobs and information.
2. (transitive) To connect two or more computers or other computerized devices.If we network his machine to the server, he will be able to see all the files.
3. (transitive) To interconnect a group or system.