flywire

[ˈflaɪwaɪər]

Definitions

1. noun

a type of mesh used in sports equipment, particularly in footwear, to provide support and stability.

“The basketball player wore shoes with a reinforced flywire system for better ankle support.”

2. verb

to secure or fasten something with a wire or mesh, especially flywire.

“The engineer flewired the framework to provide additional support.”

Synonyms

  • mesh
  • netting

Antonyms

  • solid material
  • unreinforced material