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Synonyms & Similar Words
lattice
network
mesh
trellis
framework
structure
pattern
arrangement
layout
scheme
system
matrix
web
reticle
screen
grate
grating
netting
wiring
circuit
diagram
chart
graph
table
schedule
timetable
roster
checklist
catalog
index
directory
listing
inventory
register
ledger
logbook
journal
diary
calendar
planner
organizer
coordinate
axis
scale
gauge
meter
ruler
caliper
micrometer
protractor
compass
quadrant
sextant
Meaning of Grid
A grid is a pattern of lines or bars that intersect to form squares or rectangles.
Definitions
- A pattern of lines or bars that intersect to form squares or rectangles, used as a framework for organizing or presenting information
- * A system of lines or bars used to measure or navigate, such as a grid reference on a map
- * A network of electrical conductors or other infrastructure, such as a power grid or a grid of roads
Etymology of Grid
The word "grid" comes from the Old English word "grid" or "gridd", which referred to a gridiron or a grate, and is related to the Old Norse word "gridda", which meant "to grate" or "to grind"
The modern sense of the word "grid" as a pattern of lines or bars developed in the 16th century, and has since been used in a wide range of contexts, including mathematics, geography, and engineering
Example Uses
- The city's streets are laid out in a grid pattern, making it easy to navigate
- * The graph uses a grid to plot the data points
- * The power grid is vulnerable to outages during extreme weather events
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
chaos
disorder
randomness
irregularity
asymmetry
disarray
mess
clutter
confusion
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anarchy
lawlessness
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nonconformity
unruliness
waywardness
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exception
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deviation
variance
discrepancy
inconsistency
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puzzle
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obscurity
ambiguity
vagueness
uncertainty
doubt
skepticism
incredulity
unbelief