Net (economics)

Net (economics)

In economics, net means after deductions. A related concept is gross, meaning before deductions.

Nett is an alternative spelling used in British English.

Usage

In this sense, it may appear, separated by a comma, following the noun it modifies, e.g., "earned two million dollars, net". Alternatively, it can be used as a verb: "this deal netted the firm two million dollars".

Examples