Definition of “net”
noun:
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A mesh of string, cord or rope.
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A device made from such mesh, used for catching fish, butterflies, etc.
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A device made from such mesh, generally used for trapping something.
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Anything that has the appearance of such a device.
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A trap.
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Of a polyhedron, any set of polygons joined edge to edge that, when folded along the edges between adjoining polygons so that the outer edges touch, form the polyhedron.
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A computer network.
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A framework backed by a mesh, serving as the goal in hockey, soccer, lacrosse, etc.
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A mesh stretched to divide the court in tennis, badminton, volleyball, etc.
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The amount remaining after expenses are deducted; profit.
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verb:
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To catch by means of a net.
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(figuratively) To catch in a trap.
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(soccer) To score (a goal).
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To hit the ball into the net.
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To receive as profit.
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To yield as profit for.
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To fully hedge a position.
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adjective:
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Good, desirable; clean, decent, clear.
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Remaining after expenses or deductions.
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Final; endly.
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