Net

A nickname for someone named Jeannette (or any of its alternative forms).

Proper noun

  1. A nickname for someone named Jeannette (or any of its alternative forms).
    • Grandmother used my full middle name when she was talking about me. “Net's, short for Jeannette, baby,” Grandmother proudly answered each time. They all knew who Net was. “Net's gone back to Cincinnati,” she added. -...
    • But it's a sacrifice I'm willing to make for you, Net. 'Cuz I'm not like my parents. I want what's best for you. Always. You know that, right?” “Yeah.” Mom pauses the way she does before she's about to say something she...

Origin

Shortening.

Proper noun computing, engineering

  1. Clipping of Internet.
    • The Web is just part of the Net.

Forms

the Net 'Net

Derived

Clear Net Light Net Netflix netiquette netizen