wire
Middle English (via Old English and Old Norse) related to the term for metal thread.
NOUN
(1)
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A wire is a thin, flexible strand or rod of metal used to conduct electricity or signals, and is often referred to in various contexts such as telecommunications and electronics. It can also refer to a type of thread made of metal.
| plural |
|---|
| wires |
VERB
(1)
[/waɪər/en-US]
connect
/
link
/
to install wiring
untranslatable
(The verb 'wire' often means to install electrical connections, which is a specific action not captured in a single word.)
Antonyms
disconnect
To wire means to connect electrical components or devices, often involving the installation of wiring for electricity or communications. This term specifically relates to technical work that is crucial for operational functionality.
regular
| gerund | past |
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| wiring | wired |