network

• 指由相互连接的人、计算机或物体组成的系统，成员之间可以交换信息或资源。也可指这种连接本身或相关的基础设施。

A noun referring to a group or system of interconnected people, computers, or things that exchange information or resources.

1. Computer networkA2formalIT

   A group of interconnected computers or devices that can communicate and share resources.

   计算机网络

   • The office network allows employees to share files easily.
   • We need to secure the network against hackers.
   • The printer is connected to the local network.

   同义词gridnetweb

2. System of connectionsB1formal

   A system of interconnected people, things, or routes.

   网络

   • She has a wide network of professional contacts.
   • The city has an extensive network of bus routes.
   • The railway network connects all major cities.

   同义词complexgridinterconnectionlatticelinkagemeshnetnexussystemweb

3. Broadcasting networkB1formalIT

   A group of television or radio stations that broadcast the same programs.

   广播电视网

   • The news was broadcast on all major networks.
   • She works for a national television network.
   • The network aired the show in prime time.

   同义词chain

• 动词，指与人交往、建立和维持人际关系，以交换信息、发展职业或社交联系。

A verb used to indicate the act of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts.

1. Build professional relationshipsB2formal

   To interact with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts.

   建立人脉

   • She networks with industry leaders at conferences.
   • He spends time networking on LinkedIn to find new opportunities.
   • They networked effectively to secure funding for their startup.

   同义词connectinteractliaisemingleschmooze

2. Connect computers or devicesB1formalIT

   To connect multiple computers or devices together to share resources or communicate.

   组网

   • The IT team networked all the office computers.
   • We need to network the printers so everyone can use them.
   • The devices are networked through a central server.

   同义词connecthook upinterconnectinterfacelinklink upwire