arpa

/ ˈɑːpə /

noun

1. a site concerned with internet infrastructure

Word History and Origins

Origin of arpa¹

C20: acronym of A(ddress and) R(outing) P(arameter) A(rea)

Example Sentences

Labeled the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E), the program got the bulk of its funding in the 2009 stimulus bill.

From The Daily Beast

In the meanwhile a sharp fight took place a few miles in the rear of the old position, near a village called Arpa Tai.

From Project Gutenberg

The Arpa or drum of Oceana is made of wood, and imitates the head and jaws of a crocodile, with a handle for carrying purposes.

From Project Gutenberg