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internet

IN-tur-net/ˈɪn(t)ɚˌnɛt/UKIN-tuh-net/ˈɪntəˌnɛt/

Pluralinternets (some meanings)

Verbinternets, internetting, internetted

7 meanings of internet

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  1. 1
    global networknoununcountableoften capitalized
    The system that links computers all over the world, used for websites, email, watching shows and much more.

    She found the recipe on the internet in just a few seconds.

    My grandparents learned to use the internet so they could video chat with us.

    UsageSay the internet: I found it on the internet (not incorrect: on internet).

    Similarweb, net

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  2. 2
    connectionnoununcountable
    The ability to connect to the internet and use it.

    Like a phone signal that can be strong, weak, or gone.

    We lost internet during the storm last night.

    The hotel offers free internet in every room.

    UsageUsually no a or the: have internet, free internet, lost internet.

    Similarbroadband, connectivity

  3. 3
    go onlineverbcolloquialintransitive
    To go on the internet, especially to look something up.

    Like flipping through a phone book, but on a screen.

    Grandpa finally learned to internet last year.

    My little sister is much better at internetting than I am.

    UsageSpell it with two t's: internetting, internetted.

    Similargoogle, browse, surf, search

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Origins

Meanings 1–3, 5

A different spelling of Internet, which is short for internetwork. The verb comes from the noun.

Meanings 4, 6

From inter-, meaning 'between' or 'among', plus net, 'to form a network'.

Checked 5 Nov 2026 · 3 facts