node

noun
UK: /nəʊd/
US: /noʊd/

  1. A point where lines or pathways intersect or branch; a central or connecting point.

    1. The power node connects several different buildings.
    2. The city acted as a vital node in the country's transportation network.

  2. A swelling or protuberance, such as a swollen area on a plant stem or a lymph node.

    1. I felt a painful node in my neck this morning.
    2. The doctor examined the lymph nodes for any signs of swelling or abnormality.

  3. In computing, a device or data point in a network.

    1. Each node on the network has a unique address.
    2. The system administrator monitors the network nodes to ensure smooth operation.

Synonyms

junction device lump connection point hub swelling
node verb

  1. To connect to a network.

    1. The sensor node to the system automatically.
    2. Researchers are working to node various data sources for analysis purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "node" in English means: A point where lines or pathways intersect or branch; a central or connecting point., A swelling or protuberance, such as a swollen area on a plant stem or a lymph node., In computing, a device or data point in a network..

The phonetic transcription of "node" is /nəʊd/ in British English and /noʊd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "node": junction, device, lump, connection, point, hub, swelling.

Example usage of "node": "The power node connects several different buildings.". More examples on the page.