filar

/ˈfaɪlɑr/

Definitions

1. noun

A thread or filament, especially one used for sewing, in a rope or cable.

“The sailor carefully inspected the damaged filar in the ship’s rope.”

2. noun

A thin wire or rod used for supporting or connecting something, especially in a mechanical or electrical system.

“The engineer used a filar to attach the electrical component to the circuit board.”

Synonyms

  • cable
  • filament
  • rope
  • thread

Antonyms

  • bulk
  • mass