Definition of INTERNETS

internets

Noun

  • a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange
  • plural of internet
  • The Internet.

Verb

  • third-person singular simple present indicative of internet

Examples

  • I can't find this word in my print dictionary; let me go look it up on the internets.

Origin / Etymology

In the humorous sense, inspired by George W. Bush who pluralized internet in a debate with John Kerry in 2004.

Synonyms

cyberspace, internet, net

Scrabble Score: 9

internets: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
internets: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
internets: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 0

internets: not valid in Words With Friends