network

A network is a structure with cords, threads or wires crossing each other. (noun)

An example of network is a telephone system for a large business.

Network means to exchange contact and career information with other people. (verb)

An example of network is an amateur model talking with and gathering business cards from every person she can at a fashion industry party.

See network in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

any arrangement or fabric of parallel wires, threads, etc. crossed at regular intervals by others fastened to them so as to leave open spaces; netting; mesh
a thing resembling this in some way; specif.,
1. a system of roads, canals, veins, etc. that connect with or cross one another
2. a group, system, etc. of interconnected or cooperating individuals
Comput.
1. a system, as in a business or university, consisting of a computer, or computers, and connected terminals, printers, etc.; specif., a local area network
2. a larger system encompassing interconnected computer systems, as from various businesses, universities, etc.
Radio, TV
1. a chain of transmitting stations linked by cable, microwave relay, satellite, etc., usually sharing the same programs
2. a company that produces programs to be broadcast over such a network
the making of nets or netted fabric

adjective

broadcast over the stations of a network

intransitive verb

to develop contacts or exchange information with others, as to further a career

transitive verb

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See network in American Heritage Dictionary 4

(nĕtˈwûrkˌ)

noun

An openwork fabric or structure in which cords, threads, or wires cross at regular intervals.
Something resembling an openwork fabric or structure in form or concept, especially:
a. A system of lines or channels that cross or interconnect: a network of railroads.
b. A complex, interconnected group or system: an espionage network.
c. An extended group of people with similar interests or concerns who interact and remain in informal contact for mutual assistance or support.
a. A chain of radio or television broadcasting stations linked by wire or microwave relay.
b. A company that produces the programs for these stations.
a. A group or system of electric components and connecting circuitry designed to function in a specific manner.
b. Computer Science A system of computers interconnected by telephone wires or other means in order to share information. Also called net¹.