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

In 2026, attendees can look forward to new networking areas, a dedicated stage for pitches, industry presentations and a strong focus on high-growth markets. —Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 21 Nov. 2025

Erba most recently served as CFO at Infinera Corporation, a supplier of optical networking solutions, from 2019 through the company’s acquisition by Nokia earlier this year. —Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 21 Nov. 2025

After falling to about $66 per share in the days after its previous earnings release , the stock of this networking and security company has rebounded to nearly $72. —Jeff Marks, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2025

Over 80% of new positions were found and filled through some level of networking. —Phil Blair, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Nov. 2025

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