1net·work 
/ˈnɛtˌwɚk/ noun
plural net·works /ˈnɛtˌwɚk/ noun [count] 1 a : a system of lines, wires, etc., that are connected to each other
▪ a telephone/rail network — often + of ▪ a network of blood vessels
b : a system of computers and other devices (such as printers) that are connected to each other
▪ He hooked up his computer to the network. 2 : a group of people or organizations that are closely connected and that work with each other
▪ a volunteer network — often + of ▪ a network of political allies 3 : a group of radio or television stations that usually broadcast the same programs
▪ The show is getting good ratings for the network. ▪ a network news program
▪ a telephone/rail network — often + of ▪ a network of blood vessels
b : a system of computers and other devices (such as printers) that are connected to each other
▪ He hooked up his computer to the network.
▪ a volunteer network — often + of ▪ a network of political allies
▪ The show is getting good ratings for the network. ▪ a network news program
