Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Wire.
How to pronounce wire:
US
Wire - as a noun
Ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ligament11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A metal conductor that carries electricity over a distance
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
conducting wireHypernyms (Closely Related)
conductor14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The finishing line on a racetrack
A message transmitted by telegraph
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
telegram11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
message10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Wire - as a verb
Provide with electrical circuits
Example: "Wire the addition to the house"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
equip16fit6fit outoutfit9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Fasten with wire
Example: "The columns were wired to the beams for support"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unwire9String on a wire
Example: "Wire beads"
Equip for use with electricity
Example: "Electrify an appliance"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
electrify17Example Sentences
"The electrician used a wire to connect the circuit."
"The telephone wire was damaged during the storm."
"She tied a wire around the package to keep it secure."
"The wire on the fence was twisted and broken."
"I need to buy some wire to hang up these pictures."
Word Game Points
Is WIRE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, wire is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
WIRE has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is WIRE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, wire is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordWIRE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.
Is WIRE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, wire is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordWIRE has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
