Mesh (Noun)
Meaning 1
The number of openings per linear inch of a screen; measures size of particles; "a 100 mesh screen"; "100 mesh powdered cellulose".
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The filter had a 200 mesh screen to catch even the smallest particles in the water.
- The powdered sugar was sifted through a 300 mesh sieve to ensure it was fine enough for the recipe.
- The geologist used a 60 mesh screen to separate the larger rocks from the smaller sediment.
- The manufacturer specified that the product should be passed through a 150 mesh screen to achieve the desired consistency.
- The quality control team checked the powder to ensure it was 80 mesh or finer before packaging it for distribution.
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Meaning 2
The topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component.
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 3
The act of interlocking or meshing; "an interlocking of arms by the police held the crowd in check".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 4
Contact by fitting together; "the engagement of the clutch"; "the meshing of gears".
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Nouns denoting natural events.
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Meaning 5
An open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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- Wirework
- Netting
- Gauze
- Tulle
- Chicken Wire
- Safety Net
- Snood
- Sparker
- Reseau
- Grillwork
- Spark Arrester
- Hairnet
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