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Meaning of Node
A point in a network or system where lines or paths intersect or meet.
Definitions
- A point in a network or system where lines or paths intersect or meet.
- * A small mass of tissue, especially a lymph node.
- * A point in a physical system where forces or motions converge.
Etymology of Node
The word "node" comes from the Latin "nodus," meaning knot, which is also the source of the word "knot."
Historically, the term has been used in various fields, including anatomy, physics, and computer science, to describe a point of connection or intersection.
Example Uses
- The city is a major node in the transportation network, with several highways and railways converging there.
- * The doctor examined the lymph node to check for any signs of infection.
- * The node in the computer network was experiencing technical difficulties, causing delays in data transmission.