net
word
Definition
A net is a material made of string, rope, or similar threads with many open spaces, used for catching, holding, or separating things. It can also mean the final amount left after taxes, fees, or other deductions.
Usage & Nuances
Common in sports and fishing: 'soccer net', 'tennis net', 'fishing net'. In business and finance, 'net profit', 'net income', and 'net salary' refer to the amount after deductions; contrast with 'gross'. 'The Net' with a capital N can informally mean the internet, but that use is less common today.
Example Sentences
The ball hit the net.
basic
The fisherman pulled in his net.
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My net pay is lower than my gross pay.
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The cat got stuck in the net in the garden.
natural
After fees, we net about $200 from each sale.
natural
That side job only netted me fifty bucks, but it was easy.
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