honeynet

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noun

An entire computer network that serves as a honeypot, or trap for potential attackers.

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Meanings

nounhoneynet (plural honeynets)

plural honeynets

  1. computingAn entire computer network that serves as a honeypot, or trap for potential attackers.

Origin

From honey + net. See net (“computer network”).

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APA

honeynet. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/honeynet

MLA

“honeynet.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/honeynet. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “honeynet,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/honeynet.

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