Napster

English

proper noun

Definitions

(Internet) Any website that facilitates free distribution of data.

Etymology

Suffix from English nap (soft fuzzy surface, a short period of sleep, generally on fabric leather, grab, nab).

Origin

English

nap

Gloss

soft fuzzy surface, a short period of sleep, generally on fabric leather, grab, nab

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Cognates and derived terms

Napgate English
catnap English
micronap English
nap English
napless English
napper English
nappish English
naptime English
overnap English
nappen Middle English