Sekirov Dictionary

network

UK /ˈnɛt.wɜːk/US /ˈnɛt.wɝk/

noun 5
verb 4
forms 3
phrases 1

noun5

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a group or system whose many parts are all joined to each other
- A network of roads crisscrossed the country.
- The many species that live in the forest canopy constitute a network of life via their complex interactions.
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A set of people with sociocultural connections to one another; especially, such a set consisting of occupational or business connections.
- To get a job in today's economy, it is important to have a strong network.
- For people with mental health challenges, having a support network of family and friends can improve the chances of maintaining successful mental health care.
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A group of affiliated television stations that broadcast common programs from a parent company.
- TV back then was five channels (three networks, PBS, and an independent station that ran I Love Lucy reruns), […] — 2008
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(Internet) A computer network: multiple computers and other devices connected together to share information.
- The copy machine is connected to the network so it can now serve as a printer.
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A fabric or structure of fibrous elements attached to each other at regular intervals; the act or process of making such an object.
- He wore a mantle of network. — 1911

verb4

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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.
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To interact socially for the purpose of getting connections or personal advancement.
- Many people find it worthwhile to network for jobs and information.
To interconnect a group or system.
To broadcast across an entire network of stations and affiliates at the same time.

forms

networked · networking · networks

Phrases with network

old boy network
A presumed unacknowledged system of association between childhood friends (especially those at school or university together), used for mutual assistance or favouritism.

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