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1. wire
noun. ['ˈwaɪɝ, ˈwaɪr'] ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc.
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- wire (English)
- wīr (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
2. wire-puller
noun. one who uses secret influence (i.e. pulls wires or strings) for his own ends.
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3. wire
noun. ['ˈwaɪɝ, ˈwaɪr'] a metal conductor that carries electricity over a distance.
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Etymology
- wire (English)
- wīr (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
4. wire
verb. ['ˈwaɪɝ, ˈwaɪr'] provide with electrical circuits.
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- wire (English)
- wīr (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
5. wire
verb. ['ˈwaɪɝ, ˈwaɪr'] send cables, wires, or telegrams.
Etymology
- wire (English)
- wīr (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
6. wire
verb. ['ˈwaɪɝ, ˈwaɪr'] fasten with wire.
Etymology
- wire (English)
- wīr (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
7. wire
noun. ['ˈwaɪɝ, ˈwaɪr'] a message transmitted by telegraph.
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Etymology
- wire (English)
- wīr (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
8. wire
noun. ['ˈwaɪɝ, ˈwaɪr'] the finishing line on a racetrack.
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Etymology
- wire (English)
- wīr (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
9. wire
verb. ['ˈwaɪɝ, ˈwaɪr'] string on a wire.
Etymology
- wire (English)
- wīr (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
10. wire
verb. ['ˈwaɪɝ, ˈwaɪr'] equip for use with electricity.
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Etymology
- wire (English)
- wīr (Old English (ca. 450-1100))