netiquette

[ net-i-kit, ‐ket ]

noun

the rules of etiquette that apply when communicating over computer networks, especially the internet.

Origin of netiquette

First recorded in 1980–85; blend of network and etiquette

Words Nearby netiquette

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How to use netiquette in a sentence

Inside also were pigeonholes of the best quality, like in the netiquette.
V. V.'s Eyes | Henry Sydnor Harrison
Kern had risen with her, though she had not learned that from the netiquette.
V. V.'s Eyes | Henry Sydnor Harrison

British Dictionary definitions for netiquette

netiquette

/ (ˈnɛtɪˌkɛt) /

noun

the informal code of behaviour on the internet

Origin of netiquette

C20: from net (work) + (et) iquette

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