wire
//waɪər//
Noun
A thin, flexible thread or rod of metal, typically used for conducting electricity, fencing, or binding things together.
The electrician connected the wires to install the new light.
A telegram or cablegram sent by telegraph.
She sent a wire to inform them of her arrival.
A hidden microphone or recording device used for surveillance.
The police placed a wire on the informant to record the conversation.
Verb
To install electrical wiring in a building or device.
They wired the new house for electricity.
To send money electronically from one bank account to another.
I need to wire the money to her account by tomorrow.
To fasten, bind, or connect with wire.
He wired the fence posts together to make them more stable.
To equip someone with a hidden microphone for surveillance purposes.
The police wired the informant before the meeting.