'MESH' definitions:
Definition of 'mesh'
(from WordNet)
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; "the engagement of the clutch"; "the meshing of gears" [syn: engagement, mesh, meshing, interlocking]
noun
The topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component [syn: mesh topology, mesh]
noun
An open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals [syn: net, network, mesh, meshing, meshwork]
noun
The act of interlocking or meshing; "an interlocking of arms by the police held the crowd in check" [syn: mesh, meshing, interlock, interlocking]
verb
verb
Coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively [syn: interlock, mesh]
verb
Work together in harmony
verb
Definition of 'Mesh'
From: GCIDE
- Mesh \Mesh\ (m[e^]sh), n. [AS. masc, max, m[ae]scre; akin to D. maas, masche, OHG. masca, Icel. m["o]skvi; cf. Lith. mazgas a knot, megsti to weave nets, to knot.]
- 1. 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. [1913 Webster]
- A golden mesh to entrap the hearts of men. --Shak. [1913 Webster]
- 2. (Gearing) The engagement of the teeth of wheels, or of a wheel and rack. [1913 Webster]
- Mesh stick, a stick on which the mesh is formed in netting. [1913 Webster]
Definition of 'Mesh'
From: GCIDE
Definition of 'Mesh'
From: GCIDE
- Mesh \Mesh\, v. i. (Gearing) To engage with each other, as the teeth of wheels. [1913 Webster]
Synonyms of 'mesh'
From: Moby Thesaurus
- allure,
- alternation,
- arabesque,
- bag,
- bait the hook,
- basketry,
- basketwork,
- birdlime,
- can of worms,
- cancellation,
- catch,
- catch out,
- Chinese puzzle,
- clutches,
- coact,
- coaction,
- cobweb,
- complementary distribution,
- complex,
- complexity,
- concurrence,
- cooperate,
- cooperation,
- cross-hatching,
- crossing-out,
- decoy,
- decussation,
- dovetail,
- engage,
- engagement,
- enmesh,
- ensnare,
- ensnarl,
- entangle,
- entanglement,
- entoil,
- entrap,
- enweb,
- filigree,
- fit together,
- foul,
- fret,
- fretwork,
- gin,
- Gordian knot,
- grab,
- grasp,
- grate,
- grater,
- grating,
- grid,
- gridiron,
- grille,
- grillwork,
- grip,
- hachure,
- harpoon,
- hatching,
- hook,
- hook in,
- interact,
- interaction,
- interchange,
- intercommunication,
- intercourse,
- interlace,
- interlacement,
- interlacing,
- interlock,
- intermesh,
- intermeshing,
- interplay,
- interstice,
- intertexture,
- intertwine,
- intertwinement,
- intertwining,
- interweave,
- interweaving,
- interwork,
- interworking,
- intricacy,
- inveigle,
- involve,
- jungle,
- knit,
- knot,
- labyrinth,
- lace,
- lacery,
- lacework,
- lacing,
- land,
- lasso,
- lattice,
- lattice-work,
- latticework,
- lime,
- lure,
- match,
- maze,
- meander,
- meshes,
- meshing,
- meshwork,
- mess,
- morass,
- mortise,
- nail,
- net,
- netting,
- network,
- noose,
- perplex,
- plexure,
- plexus,
- quid pro quo,
- raddle,
- ravel,
- reticle,
- reticulation,
- reticule,
- reticulum,
- riddle,
- rope,
- Rube Goldberg contraption,
- sack,
- screen,
- screening,
- seesaw,
- sieve,
- skein,
- snafu,
- snag,
- snake pit,
- snare,
- snarl,
- sniggle,
- spear,
- spread the toils,
- strainer,
- take,
- tangle,
- tangle up with,
- tangled skein,
- texture,
- tissue,
- tit for tat,
- toils,
- tracery,
- trap,
- trellis,
- trellis-work,
- trelliswork,
- trip,
- wattle,
- weave,
- weaving,
- web,
- webbing,
- webwork,
- weft,
- wheels within wheels,
- wicker,
- wickerwork,
- wilderness,
- wind
Acronyms for 'mesh'
From: V.E.R.A.
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