mesh meaning and definition

MESH noun

Definition of mesh (noun)

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"
   • synonyms: engagement, interlocking, meshing
3. the topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component
   • synonyms: mesh topology
4. an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals
   • synonyms: meshing, meshwork, net, network
5. the act of interlocking or meshing
   • "an interlocking of arms by the police held the crowd in check"
   • synonyms: interlock, interlocking, meshing

MESH verb

Definition of mesh (verb)

1. keep engaged
   • "engaged the gears"
   • synonyms: engage, lock, operate
   • antonym: disengage
2. coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively
   • synonyms: interlock
3. work together in harmony
4. entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh
   • synonyms: enmesh, ensnarl