network
pronunciation
How to pronounce network in British English:
UK [ˈnetwɜːk]
How to pronounce network in American English:
US [ˈnetwɜːrk]
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- Noun:
- an interconnected system of things or people
- (broadcasting) a communication system consisting of a group of broadcasting stations that all transmit the same programs
- an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals
- a system of intersecting lines or channels
- (electronics) a system of interconnected electronic components or circuits
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- Verb:
- communicate with and within a group
Word Origin
- network (v.)
- 1887, "to cover with a network," from network (n.). From 1940 as "to broadcast over a (radio) network;" 1972 in reference to computers; 1980s in reference to persons. Related: Networked; networking.
- network (n.)
- "net-like arrangement of threads, wires, etc.," 1550s, from net (n.) + work (n.). Extended sense of "any complex, interlocking system" is from 1839 (originally in reference to transport by rivers, canals, and railways). Meaning "broadcasting system of multiple transmitters" is from 1914; sense of "interconnected group of people" is from 1947.
Example
- 1. The network needs more intelligence and elasticity .
- 2. That was the beginning of the fledgling arpanet network .
- 3. Advertisers and network executives are , of course , dismayed by the projected loss of viewers and revenue .
- 4. The only organization capable of unprejudiced growth , or unguided learning , is a network .
- 5. How green is your network ?