noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A relatively thin resistance wire used that is heated by electric current to set off a pyrotechnic composition.
2. 2
   Alternative spelling of bridge wire (“wire for wire rope in bridges”). alt-of, alternative, rare

Etymology

From bridge + wire.

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