Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
node
noun
/noʊd/
Definition
A point of intersection or connection in a network or system.
Examples
- The router acts as a node in the network, connecting multiple devices.
- In a tree diagram, each branching point is considered a node.
- The lymph node plays a crucial role in the immune system.
Meaning
In various contexts, a node can refer to a point in a physical or abstract structure where lines or pathways intersect or branch off, such as in computer networks or biological systems.
Synonyms
- point
- junction
- connection
