net
n//nɛt//nät, netto
A mesh of string, cord or rope.
A device made from such mesh, used for catching fish, butterflies, etc.
A device made from such mesh, generally used for trapping something.
Anything that has the appearance of such a device.
(by extension) A trap.
A system that interconnects a number of users, locations etc. allowing transport or communication between them.
(sports) A framework backed by a mesh, serving as the goal in hockey, soccer, lacrosse, etc.
(tennis, by extension) The area of the court close to the net (mesh stretched to divide the court).
The amount remaining after expenses or other kinds of deductions are subtracted.