network
/ˈnɛtwɜrk/
noun
- A group of computers or other devices that are connected to each other to share information.
- The company's network is protected by a strong firewall.
- She set up a home network to connect her laptop, printer, and smart TV.
- The office network went down, so no one could access the internet.
- A system of interconnected people or organizations that exchange information or help each other.
- The charity has a network of volunteers across the country.
- She used her network of friends to find a new job.
- He built a strong professional network through attending conferences.
- A group of television or radio stations that broadcast the same programs.
- The news program airs on all major networks at the same time.
- The network decided to cancel the show after one season.
- She works for a national television network as a reporter.
- A system of lines, roads, or other routes that connect places.
- The city has an extensive network of bike paths.
- The railway network connects most major cities in the country.
- A network of underground pipes carries water to every house.
verb
- To connect computers or other devices together so they can share information.
- They networked the security cameras to a single monitoring station.
- You can network your printer so everyone in the house can use it.
- The IT technician networked all the office computers to a central server.
- To meet and talk with people in order to exchange information or develop professional contacts.
- She spent the evening networking with other business owners at the event.
- He networks regularly on LinkedIn to find new opportunities.
- The conference is a great place to network with people in your field.