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
Hal Lancaster 2
: the establishment or use of a computer network
He has extensive experience in computer networking and information security.
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Those networking opportunities might happen on ski trips, at black-tie galas or informal summertime group gatherings. Lindsay Ellis, WSJ, 9 Sep. 2022 During the five months, participants meet for three hours, every other week, for financial education and other networking opportunities. Ted Glanzer, Hartford Courant, 2 Sep. 2022 Traveling back from a networking event in Pennsylvania that night, Mr. Whittier was killed in a car crash alongside his close friend Nate Brubaker, also an influential figure in Baltimore’s film community. Christine Condon, Baltimore Sun, 21 Aug. 2022 At the Cannes Film Festival’s Marché du Film, twelve European film funds came together to launch Ukrainian Films Now, a fundraising and networking event to support Ukrainian titles in post-production. Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 25 Aug. 2022 Some for the cool swag bags, some for the exercise, some for the drinks, some for friends, some for professional networking. Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2022 The electrical waves can mimic or change brainwave activity to stimulate growth and hopefully change the brain's neural networking. Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 22 Aug. 2022 Join in person or online; interactive games, raffles, prizes, and a networking lunch will be available. Laura Groch, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Aug. 2022 The idea is to pursue more sources of revenue, rather than the networking equipment that is Cisco’s hallmark. Ian King, Bloomberg.com, 17 Aug. 2022 See More
Lindsay Ellis, WSJ, 9 Sep. 2022 During the five months, participants meet for three hours, every other week, for financial education and other networking opportunities. Ted Glanzer, Hartford Courant, 2 Sep. 2022 Traveling back from a networking event in Pennsylvania that night, Mr. Whittier was killed in a car crash alongside his close friend Nate Brubaker, also an influential figure in Baltimore’s film community. Christine Condon, Baltimore Sun, 21 Aug. 2022 At the Cannes Film Festival’s Marché du Film, twelve European film funds came together to launch Ukrainian Films Now, a fundraising and networking event to support Ukrainian titles in post-production. Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 25 Aug. 2022 Some for the cool swag bags, some for the exercise, some for the drinks, some for friends, some for professional networking. Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2022 The electrical waves can mimic or change brainwave activity to stimulate growth and hopefully change the brain's neural networking. Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 22 Aug. 2022 Join in person or online; interactive games, raffles, prizes, and a networking lunch will be available. Laura Groch, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Aug. 2022 The idea is to pursue more sources of revenue, rather than the networking equipment that is Cisco’s hallmark. Ian King, Bloomberg.com, 17 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
1967, in the meaning defined at sense 1