Wiring

/ˈwaɪərɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The system of wires that provides electricity or telecommunication signals.

The wiring in the new house was installed by a professional electrician.

A mental or physical connection, such as the neural pathways in the brain.

His wiring as a problem-solver made him a valuable team member.

The arrangement or system of wires used in a machine, device, or electrical circuit.

She studied the wiring diagram to troubleshoot the device.

Derived from the word 'wire' combined with the suffix '-ing'.

rewire

To replace or repair the wiring in a structure.

hard wiring

A fixed and permanent form of wiring as opposed to wireless connections.

wiring harness

A specific arrangement of wires bundled together for use in machinery or vehicles.

wire

A slender, flexible strand or rod of metal.

circuit

A complete and closed path through which electric current can flow.

cabling

The installation of cables for data transmission.

To wire something up

I need to wire up the sound system before the party.

Get wired

After too much coffee, I was feeling pretty wired.