Wi-Fi

noun

1. Alternative spelling of Wi-Fi.

verb

Etymology: Coined in analogy to Hi-Fi as a trade name developed for the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (later Wi-Fi Alliance). Often analyzed as a shortened form of wireless fidelity (similar to how hi-fi is short for high fidelity); this is possibly due to the former slogan of the aforementioned Wi-Fi Alliance, The Standard for Wireless Fidelity.

1. To equip with Wi-Fi; to Wi-Fi enable.

   “What type of electronics will be immune from being Wi-Fied?”

   “The biggest market may be Wi-Fi-ing people's homes.”

2. To connect to the Internet using Wi-Fi.

   “The hotel manager even claims he's seen Red Sox problem child Manny Ramirez Wi-Fi-ing in the lobby on his Palm.”

   “Perhaps someone sees you typing in confidential information while you are "Wi-Fi-ing" in a hotel lobby or a crowded airport waiting area.”