Wi-Fi
/ˈwaɪ.faɪ/noun
A technology that allows electronic devices to connect to a wireless local area network.
Did you know?The term 'Wi-Fi' was actually created by branding consultants, but it has no intrinsic meaning—just like our connection to the spiritual realm can feel inexplicable!
Etymological Timeline
20th Century
English
Wi-Fi
“A marketing term for wireless networking technology.”
Latin
Latin
fidelitas
“Faithfulness or loyalty, forming the root of 'fidelity'.”
Old French
Old French
vigilant
“Awake or watchful, reflecting the need for constant connectivity.”
Latin
Latin
videre
“To see, highlighting the visual aspects of wireless communication.”
Latin
Latin
visus
“Sight or vision, emphasizing the unseen connections of technology.”