1. noun /nɛt/
Petri net
b) A device made from such mesh, generally used for catching fish.
caught in the prosecuting attorneys net
2. verb /nɛt/
a) To catch by means of a net.
Evans netted the winner in the 80th minute.
b) To catch in a trap.
The company nets $30 on every sale.
3. adjective /nɛt/
a) Remaining after expenses or deductions.
Her brest all naked, as net iuory, / Without adorne of gold or siluer bright [...].
b) Final.
net profit ; net weight
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