netizen

Meanings

• noun

  A person who uses social media, forums, or the internet to express opinions, share information, or engage in discussions with others.

  - "The netizen's passionate post went viral on social media."
  - "The netizen's comment sparked a heated debate on the forum."
  - "The netizen's research contributed valuable information to the discussion."

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Synonyms

cybercitizen

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Variants

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netizen , netizens

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Etymology

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A portmanteau of 'net' and 'citizen'.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded use of the term 'netizen' was in a 1993 article in Wired magazine.

2. In some countries, the term 'netizen' is used interchangeably with 'online user' or 'internet user'.

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Related Concepts

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1. cybercitizen: A person who uses the internet and digital technologies to participate in civic life and engage with their community.

2. digital native: A person who grew up using digital technologies and is comfortable with them.

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Culture

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The term 'netizen' emerged in the late 1990s as the internet became more accessible to the general public. It reflects the growing importance of online communities and the role of individuals in shaping digital discourse.

How to Memorize "netizen"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person sitting at a computer, typing away on a keyboard and engaging in online discussions.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term with the image of a person using social media or participating in online forums.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word as a combination of 'net' and 'citizen'.

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