grid


Definition: Meaning of, grid in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ɡrɪd /

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grid grids
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  1. a metal frame with bars across it
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  2. a pattern of straight lines that cross each other and form squares
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  3. a set of numbered lines printed on a map so that the exact position of any place can be referred to
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  4. the network of electricity supply wires that connects POWER STATION s and provides electricity to buildings in an area
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  5. also starting grid a set of starting positions for all the cars in a motor race
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grid used in phrases

  • Amsler grid (noun)
    1. a pattern of small boxes that is used for self-monitoring by patients who have age-related macular degeneration
  • National Grid (noun)
    1. the National Grid the system of electricity lines across Britain
  • cattle grid (noun)
    1. a set of bars placed over a hole in the road, so that animals cannot go across but cars can
  • control grid (noun)
    1. an electrode placed between the cathode and anode of a vacuum tube to control the flow of electrons through the tube
  • grid computing (noun)
    1. a system of running a computer program using a lot of small computers that are connected together in order to do very complicated jobs
  • grid metal (noun)
    1. a kind of hard lead that is used for grids in storage batteries
  • power grid (noun)
    1. a system of high tension cables by which electrical power is distributed throughout a region
  • reference grid (noun)
    1. a pattern of horizontal and vertical lines that provide coordinates for locating points on an image or a map
  • storage-battery grid (noun)
    1. a perforated or corrugated metal plate used in a storage battery as a conductor and support for the active material
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