Internet
|In/ter/net|
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/ˈɪntərˌnɛt/
🇬🇧
/ˈɪntəˌnɛt/
global network
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Internet' originates from the English words 'inter-' meaning 'between' and 'network', referring to a network of networks.
Historical Evolution
'Internet' was coined in the 1970s as a shorthand for 'internetworking'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the technical concept of interconnected networks, but now it encompasses the entire global system of interconnected computer networks.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a global computer network providing a variety of information and communication facilities, consisting of interconnected networks using standardized communication protocols.
The Internet has revolutionized the way we communicate.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35