internet

noun
UK: /ˈɪntənɛt/
US: /ˈɪntərˌnɛt/

  1. A global computer network providing a variety of information and communication facilities, consisting of interconnected networks using standardized communication protocols.

    1. I use the Internet to check my email every day. [ ] [ ]
    2. The Internet provides access to a vast amount of information and resources. [ ] [ ]

  2. The worldwide system of computer networks that allows users to share information and communicate with each other.

    1. She found the recipe on the Internet last night. [ ] [ ]
    2. Access to the Internet is now considered essential for education and business. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

web net cyberspace
internet verb

  1. To connect to the Internet.

    1. I need to Internet my computer to finish work. [ ] [ ]
    2. They want to Internet all of the machines in the factory to improve efficiency. [ ] [ ]
internet adjective

  1. Relating to or characteristic of the Internet.

    1. Internet culture has significantly impacted society. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company focuses on Internet marketing strategies to reach a wider audience. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "internet" in English means: A global computer network providing a variety of information and communication facilities, consisting of interconnected networks using standardized communication protocols., The worldwide system of computer networks that allows users to share information and communicate with each other..

The phonetic transcription of "internet" is /ˈɪntənɛt/ in British English and /ˈɪntərˌnɛt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "internet": web, net, cyberspace.

Example usage of "internet": "I use the Internet to check my email every day.". More examples on the page.