Wire Definition & Meaning
wire
- noun
- ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc
- a metal conductor that carries electricity over a distance
- the finishing line on a racetrack
- a message transmitted by telegraph
- verb
- provide with electrical circuits; "wire the addition to the house"
- send cables, wires, or telegrams
- fasten with wire; "The columns were wired to the beams for support"
- string on a wire; "wire beads"
- equip for use with electricity; "electrify an appliance"
"Wire" in song lyrics
See how wire is used in real songs:
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"Spit great balls of fire, intelligent live wire"
9th Prince f/ Tash Mahogany — Bottomline -
"I never tire, spirit live like a wire"
Afu-Ra — Whirlwind Thru Cities -
"The type to floss the teeth, with barb wire"
Afu-Ra f/ Big Daddy Kane — Stick Up
Words that rhyme with wire
Usage tips for "wire"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "wire" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for wire to find words that pair well.
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- What does wire mean?
- ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc a metal conductor that carries electricity over a distance the finishing line on a racetrack a message transmitted by telegraph provide with electrical circuits; "wire the addition to the house" send cables, wires, or telegrams fasten with wire; "The columns were wired to the beams for support" string on a wire; "wire beads" equip for use with electricity; "electrify an appliance"
- What part of speech is wire?
- Wire is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does wire have?
- Wire has 9 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).