social networking
Americannoun
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the development of social and professional contacts; the sharing of information and services among people with a common interest.
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Digital Technology. the use of websites or other online technologies to communicate with people and share information, resources, etc..
I found my current job through social networking.
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Etymology
Origin of social networking
First recorded in 1970–75
Example Sentences
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In September, OpenAI launched Sora as a dedicated app to create and share AI-generated videos with friends, which many viewed as a social networking app modeled after TikTok.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026
For Epstein, the line between social networking and securities law wasn’t just blurred, it was part of the way he conducted business.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
AppLovin stock rose 6.5% in premarket trading Friday following news of its plans to launch a new social networking platform.
From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026
AppLovin stock rose 6.5% in premarket trading Friday following news of its plans to launch a new social networking platform.
From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026
It would transform entertainment, social networking, and even global politics.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
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