netizen

noun

ˈne-tə-zən How to pronounce netizen (audio)
Definition of netizennext
as in surfer
an active participant in the online community of the Internet the dismaying rudeness that so many netizens exhibit while online

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Recent Examples of netizen Meanwhile, some netizens are advising to bet against SpaceX to make a buck. — Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 3 June 2026 With prices ranging from 3 renminbi to 38 renminbi, some Chinese netizens cheered the brand on for being down-to-earth. — Denni Hu, Footwear News, 25 May 2026 Chinese netizens went after it with affection rather than mockery. — Drew Bernstein, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026 Internet netizens weren’t the only ones happy to see Podziemski break the 30-point barrier. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 11 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for netizen
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  • Professional surfer Arran Strong was presumed dead four days after going missing off the coast of Portugal in a tragic incident, the sports governing body in the UK confirmed.
    — Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026
  • The Hermosa Beach surfer is known for being a fierce competitor through the ’60s and ’70s.
    — Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 30 July 2026
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