GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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   Mesh (mĕsh), n. [AS. masc, max, mæscre; akin to D. maas, masche, OHG. masca, Icel. möskvi; cf. Lith. mazgas a knot, megsti to weave nets, to knot.]
   1. The opening or space inclosed by the threads of a net between knot and knot, or the threads inclosing such a space; network; a net.
   
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   A golden mesh to entrap the hearts of men. Shak.
   
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   2. (Gearing) The engagement of the teeth of wheels, or of a wheel and rack.
   
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   Mesh stick, a stick on which the mesh is formed in netting.
   
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   Mesh, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Meshed (?); p. pr. & vb. n. Meshing.] To catch in a mesh.  Surrey.
   
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   Mesh, v. i. (Gearing) To engage with each other, as the teeth of wheels.
   
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