net

remaining after all deductions

“net profit”

conclusive in a process or progression

“the final answer”

“a last resort”

“the net result”

a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange

a trap made of netting to catch fish or birds or insects

the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses)

a goal lined with netting (as in soccer or hockey)

game equipment consisting of a strip of netting dividing the playing area in tennis or badminton

an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals

make as a net profit

“The company cleared $1 million”

yield as a net profit

“This sale netted me $1 million”

construct or form a web, as if by weaving

catch with a net

“net a fish”