mesh
gb/mˈɛʃ/ us/mˈɛʃ/
B1
English
~ 3300
háló, hálós anyag, összeillik, illeszkedik, összehangol, mesh-hálózat, poligonháló
NOUN
B1
1
háló
A2
hálós anyag
B1
Usage pattern:
[something] made of mesh
The windows were covered with fine wire mesh to keep insects out.
Az ablakokat finom szemű dróthálóval fedték be, hogy ne jussanak be a rovarok.
She wore a dress with a mesh overlay.
Olyan ruhát viselt, amelyen hálós rátét volt.
The filter is made of stainless steel mesh.
Learner examples
The door has a mesh screen.
Az ajtón hálós betét van.
My shirt has a mesh design.
Az ingemen hálós minta van.
We used a mesh bag for the fruit.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'mesh' with 'net'; 'mesh' is often used for materials in manufacturing or clothing, while 'net' is more for fishing or sports.
Meaning
Material of woven threads or wires
Collocations
wire mesh
|mesh fabric
|mesh screen
|mesh bag
Synonyms
netting (Usually refers to lighter, more flexible mesh material.)
Antonyms
solid sheet (A continuous material without openings.)
Themes
materials
|manufacturing
|clothing
|core_vocabulary
|technology
Definition
A net-like material made of threads or wires with holes between them.
A material made from threads, wires, or other filaments woven or knitted together with evenly spaced openings.
VERB
B2
2
Usage pattern:
[something] meshes with [something]
The two departments need to mesh their plans for the project to succeed.
A projekt sikeréhez a két részlegnek össze kell hangolnia a terveit.
Their personalities just don't mesh.
A személyiségük egyszerűen nem illik össze.
The gears must mesh properly to avoid damage.
Learner examples
Our ideas mesh well.
Az ötleteink jól összeillenek.
These gears mesh together.
Ezek a fogaskerekek egymásba illeszkednek.
Her style does not mesh with his.
Common mistake:
Learners may overuse 'fit' instead of 'mesh' when talking about compatibility; 'mesh' often implies a smooth and effective connection beyond just physical fitting.
Meaning
Fit or work together well
Collocations
mesh perfectly
|mesh well
|mesh together
Synonyms
harmonize (Emphasizes smooth cooperation or compatibility.)
Antonyms
clash (Indicates failure to work well together.)
Themes
relationships
|mechanics
|teamwork
|core_vocabulary
|work
Definition
To work well together or fit together smoothly.
To connect, coordinate, or harmonize so that parts function effectively together.
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
3
mesh-hálózat
C1
poligonháló
C1
The building uses a wireless mesh network for internet access.
Az épületben vezeték nélküli mesh-hálózatot használnak az internet-hozzáféréshez.
The 3D model is represented by a polygon mesh.
A 3D-s modellt poligonhálóval ábrázolják.
Engineers created a mesh of sensors across the bridge.
Learner examples
We use a mesh network at home.
Otthon mesh-hálózatot használunk.
The computer shows the 3D mesh.
A számítógép megjeleníti a 3D-s poligonhálót.
A mesh of roads covers the city.
Meaning
Network of connected points or paths
Collocations
mesh network
|3D mesh
|finite element mesh
Synonyms
grid (In some contexts can mean a similar interconnected layout, but may imply more regularity.)
Antonyms
linear network (A network without multiple interconnections between nodes.)
Themes
technology
|engineering
|science
Definition
A network where many points are linked to each other.
A system or arrangement where multiple points, nodes, or elements are interconnected, often used in computing, telecommunications, or engineering.
Grammar
Dictionary form
mesh
IPA
GB/mˈɛʃ/
US/mˈɛʃ/
Syllables & stress
mesh (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (mesh)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: mesh
- Plural: mesh, meshes
Verb
- Base: mesh
- 3rd Person Singular: meshes
- Present Participle: meshing
- Past: meshed
Word family
Forms
meshes
noun
meshing
verb
meshed
verb
Advanced or less common
meshwork
noun
Expressions
in the mesh of
1/ˈɪn ðə mˈɛʃ əv/
fixed phrase
literary
Caught in a net-like structure or complex problem
Stuck in something like a net, or in a complicated situation.
Examples
- The fish was trapped in the mesh of the net.
- She was caught in the mesh of political intrigue.
mesh with
1/mˈɛʃ wˈɪθ/
phrasal verb
Be compatible with something/someone
To work well with someone or something; to be a good match.
Examples
- His ideas don't mesh with the company's goals.
- The new software meshes with our existing systems.