wire

Metal that has been drawn out into a strand or rod, used chiefly for structural support, as in concrete, and for conducting electricity, when it is usually insulated with a rubber or plastic cladding.

A strand or rod of such material, or a cable made of such strands twisted together.

Fencing made of wire, especially barbed wire.

The system of strings employed in manipulating puppets in a show.

A hidden microphone, as on a person’s body or in a building.

A telephone or telegraph connection.

A telegraph service.

A telegram or cablegram.