mesh

/mɛʃ/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: meshes · meshing · meshed

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A structure made of connected strands of metal, fiber, or other flexible/ductile material, with evenly spaced openings between them.

Noun

Examples

a golden mesh to entrap the hearts of men

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

The opening or space enclosed by the threads of a net between knot and knot, or the threads enclosing such a space.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To connect together by interlocking, as gears do.

Verb

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 4

Meaning · English

To fit in; to come together harmoniously.

Verb

Examples

The music meshed well with the visuals in that film.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “mesh” mean?

A structure made of connected strands of metal, fiber, or other flexible/ductile material, with evenly spaced openings between them.

Is “mesh” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.