connection
The word can be used as both a countable noun (e.g., "a connection") and an uncountable noun depending on the context of the link being described. When referring to people who can help you professionally, it is almost always used in the plural form ("connections"). In modern usage, this word is very common when talking about technology, such as internet or Wi-Fi "connections".
💬Casual Conversation
my connection is lagging so hard i'm literally throwing.
skill issue. stop tilting and just restart the router.
Meanings
A relationship in which a person, thing, or idea is linked or associated with another.
"The police are investigating a possible connection between the two crimes."
A means of joining two or more things together, such as a physical link or an electrical circuit.
"Check the cable connection to ensure the monitor is receiving a signal."
The act of joining or being joined; a link between places, often via transport.
"I missed my connection in Chicago, so I arrived four hours late."
A person who can provide useful information or influence through their professional or social network.
"She has a few high-level connections in the fashion industry that helped her get the job."