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noun
- 1. a framework of spaced bars that are parallel to or cross each other; a grating: "the metal grids had been pulled across the foyer" Similar
- 2. a network of lines that cross each other to form a series of squares or rectangles: "a grid of tree-lined streets" Similar
verb
- 1. put into or set out as a grid: "the fen is gridded by intersecting dykes"
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GRID definition: 1. a pattern or structure made from horizontal and vertical lines crossing each other to form…. Learn more.
1. : grating. 2. a (1) : a perforated or ridged metal plate used as a conductor in a storage battery. (2) : an electrode consisting of a mesh or a spiral of fine wire in an electron tube. (3) : a network of conductors for distribution of electric power. also : a network of radio or television stations. b.
noun. a grating of crossed bars; gridiron. Electricity. a metallic framework employed in a storage cell or battery for conducting the electric current and supporting the active material. a system of electrical distribution serving a large area, especially by means of high-tension lines.
a pattern or structure made from horizontal and vertical lines crossing each other to form squares: A metal grid had been placed over the hole to prevent people from falling in. grid system In Barcelona the streets are laid out in/on a grid system. See also. gridiron US. lucentius/iStock/Getty Images Plus/GettyImages.
A grid is a network of intersecting parallel lines, whether real or imaginary. Most American streets are laid out in a grid pattern, meaning the streets intersect at right angles and form a pattern of squares when viewed from above.
grid. ( ɡrɪd) n. 1. See gridiron. 2. (Architecture) a network of horizontal and vertical lines superimposed over a map, building plan, etc, for locating points. 3. a grating consisting of parallel bars.
A grid is something which is in a pattern of straight lines that cross over each other, forming squares. On maps the grid is used to help you find a particular thing or place.
(especially British English) a system of electric wires or pipes carrying gas, for sending power over a large area. the national grid (= the electricity supply in a country) the development of the country’s electricity grid. Power can be fed from wind generators into the electricity grid system. see also national grid.
a pattern or structure made from horizontal and vertical lines crossing each other to form squares. grid noun (POWER) a system of connected wires used to supply electrical power to a large area: the National Grid. grid noun (MAP) a pattern of squares with numbers or letters used to find places on a map.
Dictionary.com Unabridged Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2023 How to use grid in a sentence The sound of birds, quail, even doe, make a wild grid of noise.
