wire

//waɪər//
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Visual representation of wire

Noun

wireSingular
wiresPlural
1

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.

2

A telegram or cablegram sent by telegraph.

She sent a wire to inform them of her arrival.

3

A hidden microphone or recording device used for surveillance.

The police placed a wire on the informant to record the conversation.

Verb

1

To install electrical wiring in a building or device.

They wired the new house for electricity.

2

To send money electronically from one bank account to another.

I need to wire the money to her account by tomorrow.

3

To fasten, bind, or connect with wire.

He wired the fence posts together to make them more stable.

4

To equip someone with a hidden microphone for surveillance purposes.

The police wired the informant before the meeting.