net (EN)

noun, verb, adjective, adverb

noun “net”

1. a mesh of string, cord, or rope
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   The fisherman repaired his net before going out to sea.
2. a framework backed by a mesh, serving as the goal in sports like hockey or soccer
   He kicked the ball into the net to win the game.
3. a mesh stretched to divide the court in sports like tennis, badminton, or volleyball
   She served the ball over the net.
4. the internet
   He spends hours every day surfing the net.
5. a flat shape that can be folded into a three-dimensional figure
   The class made a net of a cube out of paper.
6. a system that interconnects users or locations
   The country's rail net connects all major cities.
7. the amount remaining after expenses or deductions
   His net was larger than last year.

verb “net”

1. to catch with a net
   They netted several fish in the river.
2. (figuratively) to capture or trap
   The police netted the thieves after a long investigation.
3. to enclose or cover with a net
   The gardeners netted the berry bushes to keep birds away.
4. to score a goal in sports
   He netted a brilliant goal from outside the box.
5. (tennis) to hit the ball into the net
   She lost the point by netting her backhand.
6. to receive as profit after paying taxes
   She netted a tidy sum from the sale.

adjective “net”

1. remaining after all deductions; final
   The net income was lower than expected.

adverb “net”

1. after all deductions; finally
   He earned $5000 net.