the Net (proper noun) /nɛt/
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(computing, informal) The Internet.
net (noun) /nɛt/
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A mesh of string, cord or rope.
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A device made from such mesh, used for catching fish, butterflies, etc.
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A device made from such mesh, generally used for trapping something.
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Anything that has the appearance of such a device.
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(by extension) A trap.
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(geometry) Any set of polygons joined edge to edge that, when folded along the edges between adjoining polygons so that the outer edges touch, form a given polyhedron.
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A net is a system or conductor that connects multiple users, locations, or component terminals for transport or communication.
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(sports) A framework backed by a mesh, serving as the goal in hockey, soccer, lacrosse, etc.
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(sports, tennis) A mesh stretched to divide the court in tennis, badminton, volleyball, etc.
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(tennis, by extension) The area of the court close to the net (mesh stretched to divide the court).
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The amount remaining after expenses are deducted; profit.
net (verb) /nɛt/
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(transitive) To catch by means of a net.
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(transitive, figurative) To catch in a trap, or by stratagem.
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To enclose or cover with a net.
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(transitive, soccer) To score (a goal).
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(tennis) To hit the ball into the net.
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To form a netting or network; to knit.
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(transitive) To receive as profit.
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(transitive) To yield as profit for.
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To fully hedge a position.
net (adjective) /nɛt/
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Free from extraneous substances; pure; unadulterated; neat.
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Remaining after expenses or deductions.
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Final; end.
net (adverb) /nɛt/
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After expenses or deductions.