noun
    
    plural -works
    
    [count] a system of lines, wires, etc., that are connected to each other
    
    
    
    
    
    a system of computers and other devices (such as printers) that are connected to each other
    
    
    
    a group of people or organizations that are closely connected and that work with each other
    
    
    
    
    
    a group of radio or television stations that usually broadcast the same programs
    
    
    
    
    
    verb
    
    -works; -worked; -working
    
    [+ obj] :to connect (computers) in a way that allows information and equipment to be shared
    
    
    
    [no obj] :to talk with people whose jobs are similar to yours especially for business opportunities or advice