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nets

The correct spelling is nets.

How to pronounce nets

/nɛts/
noun

IPA: /nɛts/

Say it like: Net-s

The correct spelling is nets. A mesh of string, cord or rope. For example: "a net for the hair; a mosquito net; a tennis net"

Usage Examples

a net for the hair; a mosquito net; a tennis net

Petri net

caught in the prosecuting attorney's net

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A mesh of string, cord or rope.
  2. 2.A device made from such mesh, used for catching fish, butterflies, etc.
  3. 3.A device made from such mesh, generally used for trapping something.
  4. 4.Anything that has the appearance of such a device.
  5. 5.(by extension) A trap.

verb

  1. 1.To catch by means of a net.
  2. 2.To catch in a trap, or by stratagem.
  3. 3.To enclose or cover with a net.
  4. 4.To score (a goal).
  5. 5.To hit the ball into the net.

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