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net

/nษ›t/
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noun

Simple Meaning

a material made of tied strings or wires with holes, used to catch things or in sports.

When to Use

๐Ÿ’ฌDaily Conversation๐Ÿ“ŒSports๐Ÿ’ผWorkplace English
Elementary โ€” simple everyday language

Examples in Conversation

โ€œThe fish got stuck in the net.โ€

โ€œHe hit the ball right into the net.โ€

โ–ถFull Definition

An open-mesh fabric made of twine or cord, used for catching fish, trapping animals, or in sports.

โ€œThe fisherman cast his net into the river and caught several trout.โ€

Related Words

Synonyms:
meshwebscreen
Antonyms:
solid
Word Family:
nettingnetworknetlike