The Clue
Intersections (5 letter answer)
The Answer
NODES
Tags
Notes
The answer NODES is common and appears about once every 325 puzzles.
Related Clues
Bumps
Complications
Entanglements
Foci
Junctures
Knobs
Knots
Lumps
Protuberances
Swellings
Bumps and lumps
Central points
Computers on a network
Connecting points
Intersecting points
Junction points
Knots or knobs
Lumps and bumps
Meeting points
Network connections
Plant joints
Points of origin
Stem joints
Lymphatic system parts
Places wires meet
Terminals in a computer network
Local area network members
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"