mesh (n.)

  1. the number of openings per linear inch of a screen; measures size of particles; a 100 mesh screen; 100 mesh powdered cellulose'

  2. contact by fitting together; the engagement of the clutch; the meshing of gears

    [ Syn: engagement , meshing , interlocking ]

  3. the topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component

    [ Syn: mesh topology ]

  4. an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals

    [ Syn: net , network , meshing , meshwork ]

  5. the act of interlocking or meshing; an interlocking of arms by the police held the crowd in check

    [ Syn: meshing , interlock , interlocking ]

    mesh (v.)

  1. keep engaged; engaged the gears

    [ Syn: engage , lock , operate ]

  2. coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively

    [ Syn: interlock ]

  3. work together in harmony

  4. entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh

    [ Syn: enmesh , ensnarl ]

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