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network

[ˈnɛtwɜːrk]
noun/verbpl: networks
rede
1. A group of interconnected people or things
She has built a strong professional network over the years.
Ela construiu uma rede profissional forte ao longo dos anos.
2. A system of computers or other devices connected together
The company upgraded its computer network last month.
A empresa atualizou sua rede de computadores no mês passado.
3. A television or radio broadcasting organization
He works for a major television network.
Ele trabalha para uma grande rede de televisão.
4. (verb) To interact with others to exchange information and develop contacts
I will network at the conference to meet industry professionals.
Vou fazer networking na conferência para conhecer profissionais da indústria.
Synonyms
webgridmeshsystemnetconnectioncircuit
Antonyms
isolationdisconnection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
rede
Most common term for all contexts
Brazil
networking
Used for professional networking activities
São Paulo
rede
Standard usage in business contexts
Portugal
rede
Standard usage; 'networking' also used in professional contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

network effect
social network
old boys' network
cast a wide net
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