Usenet

or USE·NET

[ yooz-net, yoos‑ ]

noun

1. Digital Technology. an extensive system of newsgroups: a branch of the internet.

Usenet

/ ˈjuːzˌnɛt /

noun

1. computing a vast collection of newsgroups that follow agreed naming, maintaining, and distribution practices

Word History and Origins

Origin of Usenet¹

First recorded in 1980–85; use(rs) ¹( def ) + net(work)