Network

/ˈnɛtˌwɜrk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A group or system of interconnected people or things.

The professional network she built while in college helped her land a great job after graduation.

An arrangement of intersecting horizontal and vertical lines.

The graph was plotted on a coordinate network for better visualization.

A group of radio or television stations transmitting the same program.

The show was broadcasted on a major television network.

verb

To connect as part of a network.

The company plans to network its computers to improve efficiency.

To interact with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts.

He took the opportunity to network with industry professionals at the conference.

Mid-16th century from net + work.

social network

A platform for building social relationships.

computer network

A collection of computers and devices interconnected by communication channels.

networking event

An event designed to facilitate communication and relationship-building between individuals.

connect

To join or link together.

collaborate

To work jointly on an activity or project.

communicate

To share or exchange information.

To make connections in a casual setting.

I went out to network at the bar after the conference.

To engage in activities to increase professional acquaintances.

She’s always networking at parties, looking for new clients.