Wire (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A message transmitted by telegraph.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Synonyms

• Telegram

Hypernyms

• Message

Hyponyms

• Letter Telegram
• Overseas Telegram
• Cable
• Night Letter

Related Words

• Wire (verb)

Meaning ²

The finishing line on a racetrack.

Classification

Nouns denoting spatial position.

Hypernyms

• Finish Line

Meaning ³

A metal conductor that carries electricity over a distance.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Conducting Wire

Hyponyms

• Lead
• Telegraph Line
• Jumper Lead
• Telephone Line
• Telegraph Wire
• Booster Cable

Related Words

• Wire (verb)

Meaning ⁴

Ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The farmer used wire to repair the broken fence on his farm.
• The artist created a beautiful sculpture using wire and glass.
• The gardener used wire mesh to protect her plants from pests.
• The electrician used wire to connect the lights in the new building.
• The zookeeper used wire to make a safe enclosure for the birds.

Hyponyms

• Barbwire

Related Words

• Wire (verb)
• Wiry (adjective)