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Wire

WY-ur

/ˈwaɪɜːr/

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Syllable breakdown

wire

Dictionary meaning

Ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc.

Examples

  • The columns were wired to the beams for support.
  • Wire beads.

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