Definition of 'node'

Noun

1. a connecting point at which several lines come together
2. any thickened enlargement
      Synonyms: knob thickening
3. (physics) the point of minimum displacement in a periodic system
      Antonyms: antinode
4. (astronomy) a point where an orbit crosses a plane
5. the source of lymph and lymphocytes
      Synonyms: lymph node lymph gland
6. any bulge or swelling of an anatomical structure or part
7. (computer science) any computer that is hooked up to a computer network
      Synonyms: client guest

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