Definition of: mesh

(mesh) noun
1. One of the open spaces between the cords of a net or the wires of a sieve: often expressed numerically in terms of a unit area: a 100–mesh screen.
2. plural Such cords or wires collectively.
3. Anything that entangles or involves.
4. Mech. The engagement of gear teeth.
—v.t. & v.i.
1. To make or become entangled, as in a net.
2. To make or become engaged, as gear teeth. [Cf. OE max a net and MDu. maesche a mesh]
—mesh′y adjective