The Clue
Intersecting points (5 letter answer)
The Answer
NODES
Tags
Notes
The answer NODES is common and appears about once every 325 puzzles.
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Knots
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Knots or knobs
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Definition
NODE as a noun:
1. a connecting point at which several lines come together
2. (node, knob, thickening) = any thickened enlargement
3. (physics) the point of minimum displacement in a periodic system
4. (astronomy) a point where an orbit crosses a plane
5. (lymph node, lymph gland, node) = the source of lymph and lymphocytes
6. any bulge or swelling of an anatomical structure or part
7. (node, client, guest) = (computer science) any computer that is hooked up to a computer network
NOD as a verb:
1. express or signify by nodding; "He nodded his approval"
2. lower and raise the head, as to indicate assent or agreement or confirmation; "The teacher nodded when the student gave the right answer"
3. let the head fall forward through drowsiness; "The old man was nodding in his chair"
4. sway gently back and forth, as is in a nodding motion; "the flowers were nodding in the breeze"
5. be almost asleep; "The old man sat nodding by the fireplace"