wire meaning and definition

WIRE noun

Definition of wire (noun)

1. ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc
2. a metal conductor that carries electricity over a distance
   • synonyms: conducting wire
3. the finishing line on a racetrack
4. a message transmitted by telegraph
   • synonyms: telegram

WIRE verb

Definition of wire (verb)

1. provide with electrical circuits
   • "wire the addition to the house"
2. send cables, wires, or telegrams
   • synonyms: cable, telegraph
3. fasten with wire
   • "The columns were wired to the beams for support"
   • antonym: unwire
4. string on a wire
   • "wire beads"
5. equip for use with electricity
   • "electrify an appliance"
   • synonyms: electrify