netizen

noun

ˈne-tə-zən How to pronounce netizen (audio)
Definition of netizennext
as in surfer
an active participant in the online community of the Internet the dismaying rudeness that so many netizens exhibit while online

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Recent Examples of netizen Meanwhile, some netizens are advising to bet against SpaceX to make a buck. — Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 3 June 2026 With prices ranging from 3 renminbi to 38 renminbi, some Chinese netizens cheered the brand on for being down-to-earth. — Denni Hu, Footwear News, 25 May 2026 Chinese netizens went after it with affection rather than mockery. — Drew Bernstein, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026 Internet netizens weren’t the only ones happy to see Podziemski break the 30-point barrier. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 11 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for netizen
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surfer
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  • It is known for its playful, nostalgic streetwear that blends West Coast surfer vibes and skate culture.
    — Janey Wetzel, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Sean McNamara’s 2011 film tells the story of Bethany Hamilton, a competitive surfer who opts out of a church mission in order to train for a surfing contest.
    — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of surfer

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“Netizen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/netizen. Accessed 14 Aug. 2026.

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