hardware cloth
"Hardware cloth" is a versatile wire mesh used in various applications, including construction, gardening, and pest control.
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Definition
B2General
(technical)A wire mesh material made from metal, often galvanized or stainless steel, used for screening, fencing, and protective barriers.
Example
- He used hardware cloth to create a protective barrier around his garden.
- The hardware cloth was perfect for reinforcing the screen door.
B2Gardening
(technical)A flexible, woven metal mesh with small openings, used to keep out pests and rodents.
Example
- She lined the bottom of the raised garden bed with hardware cloth to prevent burrowing animals.
B2Construction
(technical)A durable, grid-like material composed of intersecting metal wires, used to create barriers or enclosures.
Example
- The workers installed hardware cloth around the construction site for added security.
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