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xarxa — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • grid noun A pattern of evenly spaced lines crossing to form squares, such as on graph paper or a map.
  • internet noun The worldwide network of connected computers that people use to browse websites, send messages, and share information.
  • net noun A mesh of woven cord, string, or rope used for catching or trapping things, or as a barrier.
  • network noun A group of interconnected people, systems, or things, such as a social or professional circle.
  • screen noun A flat surface on a device or in a cinema on which images or text are displayed.
  • web noun A network of fine threads spun by a spider to catch prey.

Senses

xarxa is used for these senses in English:

  • Internet The global, decentralized network of computers which communicate with one another using the Internet protocol suite, which now forms a vital part of global communication, content sharing, and information exchange systems.
  • fishing net A net used for fishing.
  • grid A system for delivery of electricity, consisting of various substations, transformers and generators, connected by wire.
  • net (by extension) A trap.
  • screen (baseball) The protective netting which protects the audience from flying objects
  • web (by extension) Any interconnected set of persons, places, or things, which, when diagrammed, resembles a spider's web.

grid — full definition

  1. noun A pattern of evenly spaced lines crossing to form squares, such as on graph paper or a map.
  2. noun The network of power lines, substations, and generators that delivers electricity across a region.
  3. noun The marked-off starting positions for competitors at the beginning of a race.

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