networking

noun

net·​work·​ing ˈnet-ˌwər-kiŋ 

1

: the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions

specifically : the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business

… networking remains the No. 1 cause of job attainment …

—Hal Lancaster

2

: the establishment or use of a computer network

He has extensive experience in computer networking and information security.

Examples of networking in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Tokyo American Club in Azabudai, Ginza Sapphire Lounge, and Roppongi’s Le Club de Tokyo have found solid footing among Tokyo’s face-time-matters, business networking set. —Terry Ward, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2026

As Art Basel is for visual artists and the Tribeca Film Festival is for filmmakers, Jupiter Festival Miami aims to be the event that offers crucial networking, exposure and collaboration to the world of creators and digital content producers. —Caitlin White, Variety, 29 Apr. 2026

Guests can tour the exhibits and enjoy drinks and networking. —Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026

Many used the moment to get back up and roam around, mingling and networking. —Kyler Alvord, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1967, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing networking

• social networking

Rhymes for networking

• hardworking
• nonworking
• reworking
• woodworking
• clerking
• jerking
• lurking
• shirking
• smirking
• working
• interworking
• metalworking