netting
UK: ˈnɛtɪŋ | US: ˈnɛtɪŋ
n. 1. A material made of threads or wires woven into a mesh, used for catching fish, enclosing areas, or other purposes.
n. 2. The act or process of making a net.
n. 3. (Finance) The deduction of one amount from another to reach a final balance (e.g., netting gains and losses).
netting = net<mesh> + ing<noun suffix>
- net: From Old English nett (woven fabric for catching), derived from Proto-Germanic natją, related to Latin nassa (fish trap).
- ing: A suffix forming nouns from verbs, indicating the result or material of an action (e.g., building, covering).
Etymology Origin:
The word netting emerged in Middle English by adding the suffix -ing to net, reflecting its function as a product (material) or process (act of making nets). The root net traces back to ancient tools for trapping, evolving from practical hunting/fishing gear to broader uses like sports or finance.
The fishermen repaired their netting before setting sail.
Protective netting was installed around the construction site.
She admired the intricate netting of the lace curtain.
The accountant performed a netting of all transactions to simplify the report.
Bird netting prevents pigeons from nesting on the balcony.