The Clue
Open weave (4 letter answer)
The Answer
MESH
Tags
Notes
The answer MESH is seen frequently, appearing about once every 110 puzzles.
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Definition
MESH as a noun:
1. the number of opening per inch of a screen; measures size of particles; "a 100 mesh screen"; "100 mesh powdered cellulose"
2. (engagement, mesh, meshing, interlocking) = contact by fitting together; "the engagement of the clutch"; "the meshing of gears"
3. (mesh topology, mesh) = the topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component
4. (net, network, mesh, meshing, meshwork) = an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals
5. (mesh, meshing, interlock, interlocking) = the act of interlocking or meshing; "an interlocking of arms by the police held the crowd in check"
MESH as a verb:
1. (engage, mesh, lock, operate) = keep engaged; "engaged the gears"
2. (interlock, mesh) = coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively
3. work together in harmony
4. (enmesh, mesh, ensnarl) = entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh