mesh Meaning, Definition & Usage

noun the number of openings per linear inch of a screen; measures size of particles
- a 100 mesh screen
- 100 mesh powdered cellulose
noun contact by fitting together
engagement; meshing; interlocking.
- the engagement of the clutch
- the meshing of gears
noun the topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component
mesh topology.
noun an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals
meshwork; net; network; meshing.
noun the act of interlocking or meshing
interlock; meshing; interlocking.
- an interlocking of arms by the police held the crowd in check
verb keep engaged
lock; engage; operate.
- engaged the gears
verb coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively
interlock.
verb work together in harmony
verb entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh
ensnarl; enmesh.

AS. masc, max, mscre; akin to D. maas, masche, OHG. masca, Icel. möskvi; cf. Lith. mazgas a knot, megsti to weave nets, to knot.

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.
(Gearing) The engagement of the teeth of wheels, or of a wheel and rack.

imperfect & past participle Meshed ; present participle & verbal noun Meshing