rete — meaning in English

English meaning

• net noun A mesh of woven cord, string, or rope used for catching or trapping things, or as a barrier.
• trap noun A device designed to catch or kill an animal.

Senses

rete is used for these senses in English:

• net A mesh of string, cord or rope.
• net A device made from such mesh, used for catching fish, butterflies, etc.
• trap A trick or arrangement designed to catch someone in a more general sense; a snare.

net — full definition

1. noun A mesh of woven cord, string, or rope used for catching or trapping things, or as a barrier.
2. noun The remaining amount after all deductions, as opposed to the gross total.
3. noun Short for "the internet," a global computer network.
4. verb To catch something with a net, or to gain a certain amount as a final profit.
5. adj Remaining after all relevant deductions; final and complete.

trap — full definition

1. noun A device designed to catch or kill an animal.
2. noun A trick or scheme designed to catch someone off guard.
3. noun A bend in a drainpipe that holds water to block sewer gas from escaping.
4. verb To catch someone or something, often using a trick or device.

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