The Clue
Certain money transfer (4 letter answer)
The Answer
WIRE
Tags
Notes
The answer WIRE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 180 puzzles.
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Electrician's hookup
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Filigree material
Finish line
Hanger material
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Install electricity
Kind of message
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Litz, e.g.
Metal thread
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Definition
WIRE as a noun:
1. ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc
2. (wire, conducting wire) = a metal conductor that carries electricity over a distance
3. the finishing line on a racetrack
4. (telegram, wire) = a message transmitted by telegraph
WIRE as a verb:
1. provide with electrical circuits; "wire the addition to the house"
2. (cable, telegraph, wire) = send cables, wires, or telegrams
3. fasten with wire; "The columns were wired to the beams for support"
4. string on a wire; "wire beads"
5. (electrify, wire) = equip for use with electricity; "electrify an appliance"