Synonyms

netting

American

[net-ing] / ˈnɛt ɪŋ /

noun

any of various kinds of net fabric.

fish netting; mosquito netting.

netting British

/ ˈnɛtɪŋ /

noun

any netted fabric or structure

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Etymology

Origin of netting

First recorded in 1560–70; net ¹ + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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Netting has grown dramatically for the custody banks.

From Reuters • Oct. 30, 2023

Netting and rope can cut through seal skin, "but luckily we got to this particular pup in time and managed to get the gear off before it had done any damage", Ms Webb said.

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2022

Netting 60 yards on 20 carries is not going to cut it, especially when Jones leads the team with 27 yards on six attempts.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 13, 2021

Netting was installed on the bridge’s north tower to catch falling sandstone, and contractors began removing loose stone from the structure in July.

From Washington Times • Feb. 23, 2020

No. 6 56 Ditto No. 7 57 Bead Netting ib.

From The Ladies' Knitting and Netting Book by Watts, Miss

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