mesh vs scrim

mesh

noun
  • A structure made of connected strands of metal, fiber, or other flexible/ductile material, with evenly spaced openings between them. 

  • In mesh analysis: a loop in a electric circuit (to which Kirchhoff's voltage law can be applied). 

  • The opening or space enclosed by the threads of a net between knot and knot, or the threads enclosing such a space. 

  • A measure of fineness (particle size) of ground material. A powder that passes through a sieve having 300 openings per linear inch but does not pass 400 openings per linear inch is said to be -300 +400 mesh. 

  • The engagement of the teeth of wheels, or of a wheel and rack. 

  • A polygon mesh. 

verb
  • To catch in a mesh. 

  • To fit in; to come together harmoniously. 

  • To connect together by interlocking, as gears do. 

scrim

noun
  • A woven, nonwoven or knitted fabric composed of continuous strands of material used for reinforcing or strengthening membranes. 

  • A theater drop that appears opaque when a scene in front is lighted and transparent or translucent when a scene in back is lighted. 

  • A sheet of gauze etc. used to reduce the intensity of light. 

  • A kind of light cotton or linen fabric, often woven in openwork patterns, used for curtains, etc,. 

  • A large military scarf, usually camouflage coloured and used for concealment when not used as a scarf. 

  • Thin canvas glued on the inside of panels to prevent shrinking, checking, etc. 

  • A practice match between one or more organized teams usually in preparation for a more competitive format, such as a tournament. 

verb
  • To participate in a scrim. 

  • To use a scrim. 

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