| mesh | 1. The opening or space inclosed by the threads of a net between knot and knot, or the threads inclosing such a space; network; a net. "A golden mesh to entrap the hearts of men." (Shak) 2. The engagement of the teeth of wheels, or of a wheel and rack. Mesh stick, a stick on which the mesh is formed in netting. Origin: AS. Masc, max, mscre; akin to D. Maas, masche, OHG. Masca, Icel. Moskvi; cf. Lith. Mazgas a knot, megsti to weave nets, to knot. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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| mesh graft | A skin graft in which multiple slits have been made, so it can be stretched to cover a large area. Synonym: mesh graft. (05 Mar 2000) |
| meshwork | See: network. (05 Mar 2000) |
| surgical mesh | Any woven or knit material of open texture used in surgery for the repair, reconstruction, or substitution of tissue. The mesh is usually a synthetic fabric made of various polymers. It is occasionally made of metal. (12 Dec 1998) |
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