Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
net
noun, verb, adjective
/nɛt/
Definition
A material made from threads or wires that are twisted or woven together to form a mesh.
Examples
- The fisherman cast his net into the water.
- After taxes, my net income was much lower than expected.
- The sports player aims to hit the ball into the net.
Meaning
In a general sense, ‘net’ refers to a type of fabric used for catching or trapping, as well as a term used in finance to indicate an amount remaining after deductions.
Synonyms
- mesh
- web
- netting
- trap
- catch
