LAN

noun — 2 senses

LAN

noun

/læn/ · /ˌɛl ˌeɪ ˈɛn/

1

Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Networking, Physical sciences, Sciences Abbreviation, Acronym Acronym of local area network.

  • A LAN connects all of the computers in our office.
2

Video games An in-person tournament that uses LAN.

Derived terms
LAN adapter, LAN house, LAN party, wake-on-LAN

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