social network

noun

1

: a network of individuals (such as friends, acquaintances, and coworkers) connected by interpersonal relationships

2

: an online service or site through which people create and maintain interpersonal relationships

And millions of people have become comfortable using smart-phones to share information about themselves, via mobile apps that access social networks such as Facebook and Twitter.

—The Economist

Examples of social network in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Zuckerberg got his first outside check for Facebook from Thiel in 2004, soon before leaving Harvard University to build his social network in Silicon Valley. —Jordan Novet, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2025

At present, however, neither social network is reportedly courting a partnership with broadcasters. —Chris Morris, Fortune, 31 July 2025

In a lengthy post on his social network, Trump falsely claimed that Beyoncé broke campaign finance laws by allegedly taking home an $11 million check for her endorsement of his democratic presidential rival Harris at her Oct. 2024 rally in Houston. —Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 28 July 2025

Research shows that one of the most powerful influences on healing is strong relationships — with family, friends and social networks. —Austin American Statesman, 17 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1845, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for social network

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