mesh Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun the number of openings per linear inch of a screen; measures size of particles
- a 100 mesh screen
- 100 mesh powdered cellulose
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noun contact by fitting together
engagement; meshing; interlocking.
- the engagement of the clutch
- the meshing of gears
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noun the topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component
mesh topology.
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noun an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals
meshwork; net; network; meshing.
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noun the act of interlocking or meshing
interlock; meshing; interlocking.
- an interlocking of arms by the police held the crowd in check
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verb keep engaged
lock; engage; operate.
- engaged the gears
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verb coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively
interlock.
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verb work together in harmony
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verb entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh
ensnarl; enmesh.
WordNet
Mesh noun
Etymology
AS.Definitions
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The opening or space inclosed by the threads of a net between knot and knot, or the threads inclosing such a space; network; a net. A golden mesh to entrap the hearts of men. Shak.
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(Gearing) The engagement of the teeth of wheels, or of a wheel and rack.
Mesh transitive verb
Wordforms
Definitions
To catch in a mesh. Surrey.
Mesh intransitive verb
Definitions
(Gearing) To engage with each other, as the teeth of wheels.