Synonyms for wire

Synonyms for (noun) wire

Synonyms: wire

Definition: ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc

Similar words: ligament

Definition: any connection or unifying bond


Synonyms: wire, conducting wire

Definition: a metal conductor that carries electricity over a distance

Similar words: conductor

Definition: a device designed to transmit electricity, heat, etc.


Synonyms: telegram, wire

Definition: a message transmitted by telegraph

Similar words: message

Definition: a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled

Usage: he sent a three-word message


Synonyms: wire

Definition: the finishing line on a racetrack

Similar words: finish line, finishing line

Definition: a line indicating the location of the finish of a race


Synonyms for (verb) wire

Synonyms: electrify, wire

Definition: equip for use with electricity

Usage: electrify an appliance

Similar words: accommodate, adapt

Definition: make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose

Usage: Adapt our native cuisine to the available food resources of the new country


Synonyms: wire, cable, telegraph

Definition: send cables, wires, or telegrams

Similar words: telecommunicate

Definition: communicate over long distances, as via the telephone or e-mail


Synonyms: wire

Definition: fasten with wire

Usage: The columns were wired to the beams for support

Similar words: fix, fasten, secure

Definition: cause to be firmly attached

Usage: fasten the lock onto the door; she fixed her gaze on the man


Synonyms: wire

Definition: string on a wire

Usage: wire beads

Similar words: draw, string, thread

Definition: thread on or as if on a string

Usage: string pearls on a string; the child drew glass beads on a string; thread dried cranberries


Synonyms: wire

Definition: provide with electrical circuits

Usage: wire the addition to the house

Similar words: outfit, equip, fit, fit out

Definition: provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose

Usage: The expedition was equipped with proper clothing, food, and other necessities


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