meʃ n. & v. --n. 1 a
network fabric or
structure. 2
each of
the open spaces or interstices
between the strands of a
net or
sieve etc. 3 (in pl.) a a network. b a
snare. 4 (in pl.) Physiol. an interlaced structure. --v. 1 intr. (often foll. by with) (of the
teeth of a wheel) be
engaged (with others). 2 intr. be
harmonious. 3 tr.
catch in a net. øin mesh (of the teeth of wheels) engaged. [earlier meish etc. f. MDu. maesche f. Gmc]