net

(noun) a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange. Synonyms: internet, cyberspace.

(noun) a trap made of netting to catch fish or birds or insects.

(noun) the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses). Synonyms: net income, net profit, lucre, profit, profits, earnings.

(noun) a goal lined with netting (as in soccer or hockey).

(noun) game equipment consisting of a strip of netting dividing the playing area in tennis or badminton.

(noun) an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals. Synonyms: network, mesh, meshing, meshwork.

(verb) make as a net profit. Synonyms: sack, sack up, clear. Examples: "The company cleared $1 million."

(verb) yield as a net profit. Synonyms: clear. Examples: "This sale netted me $1 million."

(verb) construct or form a web, as if by weaving. Synonyms: web.

(verb) catch with a net. Synonyms: nett. Examples: "Net a fish."

(adj) remaining after all deductions. Synonyms: net (vs. gross), nett. Examples: "Net profit."

(adj) conclusive in a process or progression. Synonyms: final, last. Examples: "The final answer." "A last resort." "The net result."